Krishna Janmashtami has a lot of importance in Hinduism. The birth anniversary of Lord Shri Krishna is known as Krishna Janmashtami. According to the belief, the child form of Shri Krishna i.e. Laddu Gopal is worshipped on this day. It is believed that the worship of Laddu Gopal performed on this day has special significance and fulfils the wishes.

Janmashtami is one of the big festivals of the year. The worship of Janmashtami is mainly done in Mathura, Vrindavan and Dwarka by law. According to religious beliefs, Lord Krishna was born on this day.

It is believed that by observing this fast, Lord Krishna fulfils all the wishes. Let us know from astrologer and Vastu expert DrAartiDahiyaji, when will the festival of Janmashtami be celebrated this year and what is its significance.

Janmashtami 2022 date and time

  • In the year 2022, Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on 18th August 2022, Thursday.
  • The auspicious time of worship will be from 12:20 to 01:05 on the 18th of August and its duration will be about 45 minutes.
  • ParanKaMuhurta - 19th August, after 10:59 minutes
  • This year RohiniNakshatra is visible from 1:53 pm on 20th August, due to which Janmashtami festival will be celebrated without RohiniNakshatra this year. This year the fast will be broken on August 19.

Significance of Janmashtami

According to mythology, Shri Krishna is one of the most powerful human incarnations of Lord Vishnu. The festival of Janmashtami encourages the promotion of good will and the removal of ill-will. It is believed that by worshipping with full devotion on this day, Lord Krishna fulfils everyone's wishes.

This fast is very beneficial for those people whose moon is weak in their horoscope, and it is also very good to observe this fast for getting children.

How to worship Janmashtami

  • According to religious beliefs, Shri Krishna was born at 12 o'clock on the night of Janmashtami.
  • For the worship of this day, bathe Lord Krishna with milk and Gangajal and put on new clothes.
  • After this, decorate them with peacock feathers, flute, crown, sandalwood, Vaijayanti garland, Tulsi Dal etc.
  • After this, offer them fruits, flowers, makhana, butter, sugar candy, sweets, dry fruits etc.
  • Then light a lamp and incense in front of Lord Shri Krishna.
  • On this day, also bathe Laddu Gopal and offer him bhog.
  • Perform the aarti of the child form of Shri Krishna and distribute the prasad.

In this way, if you worship on the day of Janmashtami, it will be especially fruitful for you.

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