Janmashtami is a major celebration in India, marking the birth of Lord Krishna. Known for its vibrant and lively celebrations, this festival is also called Gokul Ashtami. As Krishna is the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, it's believed that fasting on this day can fulfil all your wishes. This year, Janmashtami falls on 26 August 2024. Temples get decked out with beautiful decorations, and the air is filled with devotional kirtans, especially in Mathura.
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Janmashtami 2024: Date and Time
Get your calendars ready! Janmashtami is happening on Monday, 26 August 2024. Here's when you need to mark your rituals:
Ashtami Tithi Begins: 03:39 AM on Aug 26, 2024
Ashtami Tithi Ends: 02:19 AM on Aug 27, 2024
Rohini Nakshatra Begins: 03:55 PM on Aug 26, 2024
Rohini Nakshatra Ends: 03:38 PM on Aug 27, 2024
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Fasting Guide for Janmashtami 2024
Devotees typically fast all day long to stay in Krishna's grace. The fast ends only after Rohini Nakshatra and Ashtami Tithi conclude. During this time, no grains are consumed - so it's a strict but rewarding day for those observing the fast.
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Krishna Janmashtami 2024: How to Do the Puja
Celebrate Janmashtami by worshipping Krishna's infant form, known as Laddoo Gopal. He gets a sweet bath with honey, milk, and water, then takes a swing. At midnight, Aarti is performed, and Laddoo Gopal is treated to butter, sugar candy, and panjiri. Temples serve up an impressive 56 types of dishes as offerings. Check out this Makhan Mishri recipe if you want to join in!
5 Janmashtami Recipes That You'll Love:
This vrat-friendly dessert is super easy - just mix makhana with ghee, desiccated coconut, and sugar. Delicious and satisfying!
A classic sweet for Janmashtami, Mathura Peda is simple to whip up with milk, ghee, cardamom, and either sugar or bhoora. Try making this treat for a taste of tradition.
This traditional prasad combines coriander seed powder, powdered sugar, ghee, and nuts into a crumbly delight. Blend everything together, lightly sauté with ghee, and you've got a prasad that's both rich and flavorful.
Boondi ladoo is a festive favourite that brings a burst of sweetness to any celebration. Perfect for Janmashtami, these ladoos are made from crispy boondi drenched in sugar syrup (chaashni). They're easy to make and add a delightful touch to your bhog. Enjoy the rich, sweet flavour that makes every bite special!
Switch up your dessert game with makhana kheer. Instead of rice, this pudding uses crunchy fox nuts, giving it a unique twist. It's creamy, aromatic, and perfect for anyone looking to try something different from the traditional kheer. Give it a go and surprise everyone with this delicious variation!
Enjoy celebrating Janmashtami with these tips and recipes to make the festival truly special!