Hindu Festivals
THE DIVINE UNION: THE TALE OF LORD KRISHNA AND RUKMINI
Among the countless stories surrounding Lord Krishna's life, one of the most enchanting is the tale of his first wife, Rukmini. While many know that Rukmini was Lord Krishna's first wife, few are a...
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THE ENCHANTING TALE OF LORD KRISHNA AND HIS PEACOCK FEATHER
Lord Krishna, often referred to as Kanah or Kanhaiya, is one of the most celebrated and beloved deities in Hinduism. As the 8th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Krishna is worshipped by millions not onl...
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THE ENCHANTING FLUTES OF LORD KRISHNA
Lord Krishna, the 8th incarnation of Vishnu, is a prominent deity in Hinduism and one of the most revered figures in Indian mythology and spirituality. Krishna's character is rich in symbolism and ...
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THE TIMELESS LOVE OF RADHA AND KRISHNA: A BENCHMARK FOR MODERN-DAY COUPLES
From ancient mythology to the modern technological era, the love story of Radha and Krishna has always been the benchmark of true love. In Indian history, these two names are never mentioned separa...
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TOP 10 LORD KRISHNA TEMPLES IN INDIA FOR DEVOTEES
1. Prem Mandir, Vrindavan Prem Mandir, meaning "Temple of Love," was established by spiritual leader Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj. Inaugurated in 2012, the temple is a recent addition to the s...
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KRISHNA’S COSMIC REVELATION: THE MUD-EATING EPISODE
One day, the gopas (cowherd boys) complained to Mother Yashoda that they saw Krishna eating dirt in a secluded place. Concerned for her beloved child, Yashoda immediately asked Krishna why He had e...
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THE BUTTER THIEF: KRISHNA'S MISCHIEVOUS TALES AND JANMASHTAMI CELEBRATIONS
In the pastoral village of Gokula, the land was rich with milk, curds, and butter, thanks to the 'Gopalas' or cattle herders who resided there. Among them lived young Krishna, whose love for butter...
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PUTANA'S FAILED ATTEMPT TO KILL LORD KRISHNA
Kamsa was in utmost distress upon hearing that Devaki's eighth child was safe. Desperate to eliminate the baby boy, he enlisted the help of a fearsome demoness named Putana. Putana was a terrifying...
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MIDNIGHT FESTIVITIES & TRADITIONS DURING JANMASHTAMI AND REASON BEHIND IT
Janmashtami, the joyous celebration of Lord Krishna's birth, is typically observed over two days. Festivities reach their peak at midnight, believed to be the exact time when Krishna was born amids...
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6 DIFFERENT WAYS JANMASHTAMI IS CELEBRATED ACROSS INDIA
1. Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh Vrindavan, the city where Lord Krishna spent much of his childhood, celebrates Janmashtami with unparalleled enthusiasm. Renowned temples such as the ISKCON Temple, Rang...
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