Krishna Janmashtami 2024: How to celebrate Janmashtami to spiritually connect with Lord Krishna

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, commemorates the auspicious day of Lord Krishna's divine birth. Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, came to Earth, the mortal realm, to restore dharma (righteousness). This Hindu festival is celebrated with great devotion and zeal across India. As per the Hindu lunar calendar, Krishna Janmashtami is observed on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the month of Bhadrapada. This year, Janmashtami will be celebrated on August 26.

Krishna Janmashtami is a celebration of Lord Krishna's divine grace.(Pixabay)

Janmashtami is a celebration of Lord Krishna, honouring his divine birth, grace, and teachings as devotees seek his holy blessings. The true essence of Janmashtami is the sincerity of devotion and faith. Whether the celebration is grand or simple, as long as it comes from the heart, Lord Krishna will bless it. The almighty Lord Krishna said in the Bhagavad Gita.“If you offer Me with love a leaf, flower, fruit, or water, I will accept it.” Here’s how you can celebrate Janmashtami and feel connected to Lord Krishna.

Embrace the atmosphere of joy and devotion by decorating your home and welcoming Lord Krishna’s divine energy. Decorating for the festival is both joyous and fulfilling, and it’s a wonderful way to set the stage for a spiritual celebration. Whether in your existing puja space or a separate dedicated area, place the idol of baby Krishna in a cradle decorated with garlands and flowers. The deity is bathed and dressed in new clothes. Illuminate your home with diyas to create a warm and sacred ambience.