New Delhi, Sept 06: Janmashtami, the auspicious festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, is approaching on September 6 and 7 this year. Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, holds a significant place in Hindu mythology, and this festival is a joyous occasion for devotees worldwide. In this article, we’ll delve into the details of Janmashtami, from auspicious timings to traditions and puja samagri.
Shubh Muhurat for Janmashtami 2023:
Janmashtami falls on two consecutive days this year, September 6 and 7.
Here are the key muhurat timings for the festivities:
- Nishita Puja Time: It will last from 11:57 pm on September 6 to 12:42 am on September 7.
- Ashtami Tithi: It starts at 3:37 pm on September 6 and ends at 4:14 pm on September 7.
- Rohini Nakshatra Tithi: This auspicious period is from 9:20 am on September 6 to 10:25 am on September 7.
Citywise Krishna Janmashtami Timings:
Each city has its own specific timings for Janmashtami celebrations. Here are some major cities and their corresponding timings for the festival:
- Pune: 12:10 am to 12:56 am, September 7
- New Delhi: 11:57 pm to 12:42 am, September 7
- Chennai: 11:44 pm to 12:31 am, September 7
- Jaipur: 12:02 am to 12:48 am, September 7
- Hyderabad: 11:51 pm to 12:38 am, September 7
- Gurugram: 11:58 pm to 12:43 am, September 7
- Chandigarh: 11:59 pm to 12:44 am, September 7
- Kolkata: 11:12 pm to 11:58 pm, September 6
- Mumbai: 12:14 am to 01:00 am, September 7
- Bengaluru: 11:55 pm to 12:41 am, September 7
- Ahmedabad: 12:15 am to 01:01 am, September 7
- Noida: 11:56 pm to 12:42 am, September 7
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Krishna Janmashtami 2023 Traditions:
Janmashtami is a day of devotion and celebration. Here are some customary traditions associated with this festival:
- Fasting: Devotees observe a fast throughout the day, breaking it only at midnight after Lord Krishna’s birth.
- Religious Texts: Reading and reciting religious texts, especially the Bhagavata Purana, is a common practice.
- Dance and Enactment: Many enthusiasts engage in dance and enactments depicting episodes from Krishna’s life.
- Devotional Singing: Devotees sing devotional songs and bhajans until midnight, the time of Krishna’s birth.
- Decoration: Homes and temples are beautifully decorated with garlands and diyas to welcome Lord Krishna.
- Bathing and Dressing: The idol of Bal Gopal is bathed, dressed in new clothes, and adorned with jewelry and flowers.
Janmashtami is a vibrant and spiritually uplifting festival that brings devotees together in celebration of Lord Krishna’s divine birth. It’s a time for prayer, reflection, and joyous festivities, emphasizing the eternal message of Lord Krishna’s teachings.
