ॐ Hindu Of Universe ॐ
“God’s light is within you, It never leaves you.”
The Festival celebrated by Hindus in honor of Krishna is called Masik Krishna Janmashtami.
This day serves to educate Krishna devotees about the benefits of worshipping Krishna and what they gain from it.
Some Krishna followers also celebrate it as Krishna’s Birthday, and Krishna birthday celebrations take place in Krishna temples.
According to the Bhagavad Gita, Vasudev was Krishna’s father, and Devaki was his mother, so Vasudev and Devaki are also worshipped on this occasion.
Rituals related to Masik Krishna Janmashtami
There are several rituals associated with Masik Krishna Janmashtami.
As this Festival marks Krishna’s birthday, Krishna is worshipped at various temples in India and other places where Hindu communities exist.
Women followers of Krishna observe a fast and receive blessings from him for the long life and prosperity of their children.
In Krishna temples, people offer Puja to Krishna, and cooked rice is presented to him as Satvik food.
Significance of Masik Krishna Janmashtami
The significance of Masik Krishna Janmashtami lies in the blessings that Krishna worshippers receive. Worshippers are blessed with happiness, and all their sins are forgiven in return for their Krishna worship.
Ancestors of worshippers are also blessed, and Krishna blesses them with salvation.
By offering Puja to Vasudev idols, worshippers are blessed with success.
At the end of the Festival, new clothes and butter-made foods are distributed as charitable offerings for Krishna’s wealth.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami
Masik Krishna Janmashtami is observed and celebrated on the Krishna Paksha Ashtami (eighth day from Purnima day).
The day is ascribed for the worship and praise of Bhagwan Krishna.
Sri Krishna Chalisa Lyrics
॥दोहा॥ Preliminary prayer
बंशी शोभित कर मधुर, नील जलद तन श्याम।
अरुण अधर जनु बिम्बफल, नयन कमल अभिराम॥
पूर्ण इन्द्र, अरविन्द मुख, पीताम्बर शुभ साज।
जय मनमोहन मदन छवि, कृष्णचन्द्र महाराज॥
Banshi Shobhit Kar Madhur, Neel Jalad Tanu Shyam ।
Arun Adhar Janu Bimba Phal, Nayan Kamal Abhiram ॥
Puran Indra Arvind Mukha, Pitambar Shubha Saaj ।
Jai Manmohan Madan Chhavi, Krishnachandra Maharaj ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, the sweet melody producing flute adorns your hands; Your dark blue form is like a blue lotus. Your bright lips resemble bimba fruit (a variety of Indian cherry); Your eyes are like pleasant lotuses. Your beautiful face is radiant like a full moon and appears like a blossomed lotus, and you look good wearing the yellow silk dress. Triumph to you, the love of hearts, Sri Krishna Chandra, my emperor.
॥चौपाई 1॥
जय यदुनंदन जय जगवंदन।
जय वसुदेव देवकी नन्दन॥
जय यशुदा सुत नन्द दुलारे।
जय प्रभु भक्तन के दृग तारे॥
Jai Yadunandan Jai Jagvandan ।
Jai Vasudev Devki Nandan ॥
Jai Yashoda Sut Nanda Dulaare ।
Jai Prabhu Bhaktan Ke Rakhavare ॥
Meaning:Lord Sri Krishna, glory to you! Glory to the son of Yadava family (milk vendors); Glory to the son of Vasudev and Devaki; Glory to the beloved son of Yashoda and Nanda; Glory to you, my Lord, the protector of devotees.
॥चौपाई 2॥
जय नटनागर, नाग नथइया ।
कृष्ण कन्हइया धेनु चरइया॥
पुनि नख पर प्रभु गिरिवर धारो ।
आओ दीनन कष्ट निवारो॥
Jai Natanagar Naag Nathaiyaa ।
Krishna Kanhaiya Dhenu Charaiya ॥
Puni Nakh Par Prabhu Girivar Dhaaro ।
Aao Deenan Kasht Nivaaro ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, glory to you! Glory to the versatile player; the tamer of the snake; Krishna, you are really the cowherd, the protector of cows. You have lifted the mountain with the nail of your little finger; Please come and destroy the troubles of the poor and the downtrodden.
॥चौपाई 3॥
वंशी मधुर अधर धरि टेरौ ।
होवे पूर्ण विनय यह मेरौ ॥
आओ हरि पुनि माखन चाखो ।
आज लाज भारत की राखो ॥
Bansi Madhur Adhar Dhari Teri ।
Hove Puran Manorath Meri ॥
Aao Hari Puni Maakhan Chaakho ।
Aaj Laaj Bhaktan Ki Raakho ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, the divine flute is touching your lips; Please fulfill our hearts’ desires. Please come again Hari, kindly eat the butter; Kindly protect the honour of this devotee this day.
॥चौपाई 4॥
गोल कपोल, चिबुक अरुणारे ।
मृदु मुस्कान मोहिनी डारे ॥
राजित राजिव नयन विशाला ।
मोर मुकुट वैजन्तीमाला ॥
Gol Kapol Chibuk Arunaare ।
Mrudu Muskaan Mohini Daare ॥
Raajit Raajiv Nayan Vishaalaa ।
Mor Mukut Vaijayanti Malaa ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, your playful cheeks are as bright as the sun; your mild smile is very attractive. Your lotus like beautiful eyes rule us, and their vision is broad; You wear peacock feather on your crown and wear the garland of victory.
॥चौपाई 5॥
कुंडल श्रवण, पीत पट आछे ।
कटि किंकिणी काछनी काछे ॥
नील जलज सुन्दर तनु सोहे ।
छबि लखि, सुर नर मुनिमन मोहे ॥
Kundal Shravan Peetpat Aache ।
Kati Kinkini Kaachhan Kaachhe ॥
Neel Jalaj Sundar Tanu Sohe ।
Chhavi Lakhi Sur Nar Muni Mana Mohe ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, on your ears, the ear ornaments are bright, yellow, broad and good; On your waist and on your corset, the trinkets look really graceful. You glitter like a brightly lit blue fire; Your appearance is enchanting to the hearts of sages, saints and human beings.
॥चौपाई 6॥
मस्तक तिलक, अलक घुँघराले ।
आओ कृष्ण बांसुरी वाले ॥
करि पय पान, पूतनहि तार्यो ।
अका बका कागासुर मार्यो ॥
Mastak Tilak Alak Ghunghraale ।
Aao Krishna Bansuri Vaale ॥
Kari Pai Paan, Putanaahin Taaryo ।
Akaa Bakaa Kaaga Sur Maaryo ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, your forehead is adorned with a tilak (a paste of either mud or Kumkum or Chandan), and your hairstyle looks wavy. Please come, Krishna, the bearer of the musical flute. As a baby, you have sucked out the life of the demoness Putaki; You have also destroyed the demons named Akasura, Bakasura, and Kagasura.
॥चौपाई 7॥
मधुवन जलत अगिन जब ज्वाला ।
भै शीतल लखतहिं नंदलाला ॥
सुरपति जब ब्रज चढ़्यो रिसाई ।
मूसर धार वारि वर्षाई ॥
Madhuvan Jalat Agni Jab Jvaala ।
Bhaye Sheetal, Lakhitahin Nandalala ॥
Surpati Jab Brij Chadhyo Risaai ।
Musar Dhaar Baari Barsaai ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, when the wildfire broke out at Madhuvan, as the savior of people, Nandalala, you have swallowed the fire and immediately brought coolness. The king of Devas, Indra was furious once and ordained for the torrential downpour of rain on the land causing huge deluge.
॥चौपाई 8॥
लगत लगत व्रज चहन बहायो ।
गोवर्धन नख धारि बचायो ॥
लखि यसुदा मन भ्रम अधिकाई ।
मुख मंह चौदह भुवन दिखाई ॥
Lagat-Lagat Brij Chahan Bahaayo ।
Govardhan Nakhdhari Bachaayo ॥
Lakhi Yashodaa Man Bhram Adhikai ।
Mukh Mahan Chaudah Bhuvan Dikhaai ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, when the entire Brij (the place where Krishna lived at the time) was under heavy floods, you have uplifted the Govardhan hill and brought all the beings under the hill and protected them from the extreme downpour. For clearing the doubts in the mind of Yeshoda, you have shown the fourteen worlds in your mouth to her.
॥चौपाई 9॥
दुष्ट कंस अति उधम मचायो ।
कोटि कमल जब फूल मंगायो ॥
नाथि कालियहिं तब तुम लीन्हें ।
चरण चिह्न दै निर्भय कीन्हें ॥
Dusht Kansa Ati Udham Machaayo ।
Koti Kamal Kahan Phul Mangayo ॥
Naathi Kaaliyahin Tab Tum Linhen ।
Charan chinh Dai Nirbhay Kinhe ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, the wicked demon Kamsa was causing havoc, and he demanded that a crore of lotuses be sent to him. By killing him, you have saved all; You have overpowered the dangerous snake Kaliya, tamed and subdued it and provided protection to all.
॥चौपाई 10॥
करि गोपिन संग रास विलासा ।
सब की पूरण करी अभिलाषा ॥
केतिक महा असुर संहार्यो ।
कंसहि केस पकड़ि दै मार्यो ॥
Kari Gopin Sang Raas Vilaasa ।
Sab Ki Puran Kari Abhilashaa ॥
Ketik Mahaa Asur Sanhaaryo ।
Kansahi Kesh Pakadi Dai Maaryo ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, you have fulfilled the heartfelt desires of all gopikas by playing with them as they wished. You have eliminated lots of demons; You have pulled the demon Kamsa by his hair, dragged him hard and killed him.
॥चौपाई 11॥
मात पिता की बन्दि छुड़ाई ।
उग्रसेन कहँ राज दिलाई ॥
महि से मृतक छहों सुत लायो ।
मातु देवकी शोक मिटायो ॥
Maat Pitaa Ki Bandi Chhudaayi ।
Ugrasen Kahan Raaj Dilaayi ॥
Mahi Se Mritak Chhaho Sut Laayo ।
Matu Devaki Shok Mitaayo ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, by releasing the mother and father of Ugrasan from the bondage, you have given back the kingdom to Ugrasan. You have brought back from the underworld, the six dead sons of Mother Devaki and gave relief and happiness to her.
॥चौपाई 12॥
भौमासुर मुर दैत्य संहारी ।
लाये षट दश सहस कुमारी ॥
दै भीमहिं तृण चीर सहारा ।
जरासिंधु राक्षस कहँ मारा ॥
Bhomaasur Mura Daitya Sanhaari ।
Laaye Shatdash Sahas Kumaari ॥
Dai Bhimhin Trin cheer Sanhaara ।
Jaraasindhu Raakshas Kahan Maara ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, you have destroyed demons like Narakasur and Mura: You have also released the sixteen thousand maidens held as a hostage by Narakasura. You have taught Bhima as to how to kill demon Jarasandha by splitting and transposing the cut grass blades.
॥चौपाई 13॥
असुर बकासुर आदिक मार्यो ।
भक्तन के तब कष्ट निवार्यो ॥
दीन सुदामा के दुःख टार्यो ।
तंदुल तीन मूंठ मुख डार्यो ॥
Asur Vrikaasur Aadik Maaryo ।
Bhaktan Ke Tab Kasht Nivaariyo ॥
Deen Sudaamaa Ke Dukh Taaryo ।
Tandul Teen Muthi Mukh Daaryo ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, by eliminating demons like Vrikkasur, you have removed the plights of your devotees. You have removed the sadness of the poor Sudaama by cheerfully eating three handfuls of pounded rice.
॥चौपाई 14॥
प्रेम के साग विदुर घर माँगे ।
दर्योधन के मेवा त्यागे ॥
लखी प्रेम की महिमा भारी ।
ऐसे श्याम दीन हितकारी ॥
Prem Ke Saag Vidura Ghar Maange ।
Duryodhan Ke Mevaa Tyaage ॥
Laakhi Premki Mahimaa Bhaari ।
Yasae Shyam Deen Hitkaari ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, out of love, you have partaken the simple food at Vidhura’s house sacrificing the grand fare at Duryodhan’s house. I have understood your compassion for the poor. Oh Lord, this poor person bows to you with reverence.
॥चौपाई 15॥
भारत के पारथ रथ हाँके ।
लिये चक्र कर नहिं बल थाके ॥
निज गीता के ज्ञान सुनाए ।
भक्तन हृदय सुधा वर्षाए ॥
Bhaarath Ke Paarath Rath Haanke ।
Liye Chakra Kar Nahin Bal Thaake ॥
Nij Gitaa Ke Gyaan Sunaye ।
Bhaktan Hriday Sudha Barsaaye ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, during Mahabharat, you have driven the chariot. You had a chakra (the holy wheel) on your hand, and you did not waver in your stand. You have cited and taught the wisdom of Bhagavad Gita thereby fulfilling the heartfelt desires of your ardent devotees.
॥चौपाई 16॥
मीरा थी ऐसी मतवाली ।
विष पी गई बजाकर ताली ॥
राना भेजा साँप पिटारी ।
शालीग्राम बने बनवारी ॥
Meera Thi Aisi Matvaali ।
Vish Pee Gayi Bajaakar Taali ॥
Raanaa Bhejaa Saamp Pitaari ।
Shaaligram Bane Banvaari ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, Bhakt Meera, your ardent devotee was thoroughly engrossed in her devotion for you, and she happily drank even poison. When the King Banvaari had sent a basket containing a snake to you, you had taken the form of Shaligram (holy rock like substance found in rivers).
॥चौपाई 17॥
निज माया तुम विधिहिं दिखायो ।
उर ते संशय सकल मिटायो ॥
तब शत निन्दा करि तत्काला ।
जीवन मुक्त भयो शिशुपाला ॥
Nij Maayaa Tum Vidhihin Dikhaayo ।
Urate Sanshay Sakal Mitaayo ॥
Tav Shat Nindaa Kari Tatkaalaa ।
Jivan Mukt Bhayo Shishupaala ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, you have revealed the powers of your illusions to Brahma, the writer of fates; By this revelation, you have cleared all his delusions. When Shishupala was blaming, criticizing and insulting you, you have killed him instantly.
॥चौपाई 18॥
जबहिं द्रौपदी टेर लगाई ।
दीनानाथ लाज अब जाई ॥
तुरतहि वसन बने नंदलाला ।
बढ़े चीर भै अरि मुँह काला ॥
Jabahin Draupadi Ter Lagaai ।
Deenanaath Laaj Ab Jaai ॥
Turatahi basan bane Nandlala ।
Badhay chir bhe ari munh kala ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, when Draupathi pleaded to you “oh the protector of the downtrodden, please save me”, oh Nandalala, you have immediately supplied to her continuous flow of clothes, and the people assembled there were ashamed with ashen face and disbelief.
॥चौपाई 19॥
अस अनाथ के नाथ कन्हइया ।
डूबत भंवर बचावइ नइया ॥
सुन्दरदास आस उर धारी ।
दयादृष्टि कीजै बनवारी ॥
Asa Anaatha Ke Naath Kanhaiyaa ।
Dubat Bhanvar Bachaavat Naiyaa ॥
Sundardaas Aas Ura Dhaari ।
Dayadrishti Keeje Banwaari ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, we have endless desires, and you are our protector; As our guardian, you rescue the sinking boat of our life from the whirlpool of our desires. This Sundardas, holding the desires at heart is seeking your benevolent sight for the fulfillment of the wishes.
॥चौपाई 20॥
नाथ सकल मम कुमति निवारो ।
क्षमहु बेगि अपराध हमारो ॥
खोलो पट अब दर्शन दीजै ।
बोलो कृष्ण कन्हइया की जै ॥
Naath Sakal Mam Kumati Nivaaro ।
Chhamobegi Apraadh Hamaaro ॥
Kholo Pat Ab Darshan Deeje ।
Bolo Krishna Kanhaiya Ki Jai ॥
Meaning: Lord Sri Krishna, please remove the ignorance from the mind of him (Sundardas) and please forgive his mistakes. May you bestow your kindness to him by giving darshan to him; We say “glory to you, Sri Krishna, our protector”.
॥दोहा॥ Concluding prayer
यह चालीसा कृष्ण का, पाठ करै उर धारि।
अष्ट सिद्धि नवनिधि फल, लहै पदारथ चारि॥
Yah Chalisa Krishna Ka, Path Kare Ur Dhaari ॥
Asht Siddhi Nav Niddhi Phal, Lahe Padaarath Chaari ॥
Meaning: This is Krishna Chalisa, read it from the heart! The person chanting this shall be bestowed with Ashta Siddhi (Eight yogic attributes such as
(1) Anima – reducing the body size to that of an atom,
(2) Mahima – enlarging the body size to infinity,
(3) Garima – making the body heavy
(4) Laghima – making the body light,
(5) Prapti – being anywhere at will,
(6) Prakyama – realizing one’s desires,
(7) Isitva – supremacy over nature, and
(8) Vasitva – control of natural forces) and Nava Nidhi (Nine types of wealth symbolized as
(1) Mahapadma – great lotus,
(2) Padma – regular lotus,
(3) Shankha – conch,
(4) Makara – crocodile,
(5) Kachchapa – tortoise,
(6) Kumud – precious stone,
(7) Kunda – jasmine,
(8) Nila – sapphire and
(9) Kharva – dwarf). He will be acclaimed by all.
Sri Krishna Ashtakam
Sri Krishna Ashtakam is the Slokam in praise of and as prayer to Sri Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Sri Maha Vishnu.
Sri Krishna Ashtakam contains eight stanzas each describing the attributes of Lord Sri Krishna as the Guru of the entire universe. The benefits of chanting the Slokam is given in the end.
Sri Krishna Ashtakam is presented in Devanagari and English scripts with a simple English translation.
वसुदॆव सुतं दॆवं कंस चाणूर मर्दनम्
दॆवकी परमानन्दं कृष्णं वन्दॆ जगद्गुरुम् (1)
vasudheva suthaM dhevam kaMsa chaaNoora mardhanam
dhevakee parama-anandhaM Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna is the Son of Vasu Deva. He has destroyed the asuras such as Kamsa and Chanura. He is the cause of happiness for Devaki, His mother. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
अतसी पुष्प सङ्काशं हार नूपुर शॊभितम्
रत्न कङ्कण कॆयूरं कृष्णं वन्दॆ जगद्गुरुम् (2)
athasee puShpa sanGkaashaM haara noopura shobhihtam
rathna kanGkaNa kaeyooraM Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna has the color of Athasee flower. He is resplendent with the garlands, anklets and bracelets made of precious gems. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
कुटिलालक संयुक्तं पूर्ण चन्द्र निभाननम्
विलसत् कुण्डलधरं कृष्णं वन्दॆ जगद्गुरम् (3)
kuṭilaalaka saMyukthaM poorNa chandhra nibhaananam
vilasath kuNḍalaDharaM Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna has curly hairs. He is as dazzling as the full moon. He adorns enchanting ear ornaments. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
मन्दार गन्ध संयुक्तं चारुहासं चतुर्भुजम्
बर्हि पिञ्छाव चूडाङ्गं कृष्णं वन्दे जगद्गुरुम् (4)
mandhaara ganDha saMyukthaM chaaruhaasaM chathur-bhujam
barhi pincChaava chooḍaanGgaM Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna has the fragrance of manthara flowers on Him. He has four hands. He adorns the peacock feather on His hair. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
उत्फुल्ल पद्मपत्राक्षं नील जीमूत सन्निभम्
यादवानां शिरॊरत्नं कृष्णं वन्दॆ जगद्गुरुम् (5)
uthphulla padhma-pathraakShaM neela jeemootha sannibham
yaadhavaanaaM shirorathnaM Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna has the eyes which resemble the flowered lotus petals. He appears like the water laden dark blue rain cloud. He is the precious gem of the Yadhava clan. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
रुक्मिणी कॆलि संयुक्तं पीताम्बर सुशॊभितम्
अवाप्त तुलसी गन्धं कृष्णं वन्दॆ जगद्गुरुम् (6)
rukmiNee kaeli saMyukthaM peethaambara sushobhitham
avaaptha thulasee gandhaM Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna plays with Sri Rukmini Devi. He dazzles in the yellow colored garments. He has and adores the fragrance of Thulasi. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
गॊपिकानां कुचद्वन्द कुङ्कुमाङ्कित वक्षसम्
श्रीनिकॆतं महॆष्वासं कृष्णं वन्दॆ जगद्गुरुम् (7)
goapikaanaam kuchadhvandha kungkumaangkitha vakShasam
shree-nikaetham mahaeSh-vaasam Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna is smeared with saffron Kumkum in His chest by Gopikas. He is the abode of Sri Maha Lakshmi. He is the great archer. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
श्रीवत्साङ्कं महॊरस्कं वनमाला विराजितम्
शङ्खचक्र धरं दॆवं कृष्णं वन्दॆ जगद्गुरुम् (8)
shreevatsaangkam mahoraskam vanamaala viraajitham
shanGkha-chakra Dharaṃ dhevam Krushnam vandhe jagadh-gurum
Lord Sri Krishna has Sri, Mahalakshmi, as His heart. His chest is broader. He adorns the garland made of wild flowers. He holds the holy conch and holy wheel as His weapons. He is the God. I sincerely pray to and worship Sri Krishna, who is the Guru for the whole universe.
क्रुष्णाश्टकंइदं पुण्यं प्रातरुत्थाय यः पठेत्
कोटि जन्म क्रुतं पापं स्मरणेन निवश्यति (9)
krushna-ashtakam-idham Punyam paratha-ruthThaaya yah paTeth
koti janma krutham paapam smaranena nivashyathi
The person who sincerely reads and recites this Slokam in the mornings shall be blessed and bestowed with happiness and all wealth. The person who ardently think of these eight stanza sloka in his mind shall get the sins of crore births alleviated.
Sri Krishna Dwadasha Nama Stotram
Sri Krishna Dwadasha Nama Stotram is the slokam in praise of and as prayer to Lord Sri Krishna. The Slokam contains the description of twelve names of Lord Sri Krishna which denote His attributes.
This is from Sri Maha Bharatha. It is composed as the utterings of Arjuna praising the greatness of Sri Krishna in the presence of Sri Yashodha. The benefits of chanting this Slokam are embedded in the text itself.
The Slokam is presented in Devanagari and English Scripts with a simple English translation.
श्रुणुध्वं मुनयस्सर्वे गोपालस्य महात्मनः
अनन्तस्या प्रमेयस्य नामद्वाद शकस्त्ववम् (1)
shruNuDhvaM munayassarve gopaalasya mahaathmanah
ananthasyaa prameyasya naamadhvaadha shakasthvavam
Oh Sages! Please do listen to the twelve divine and holy names of the great Sri Gopala as uttered and chanted by Sri Adhi Sesha.
अर्जुनाय पूरा गीतं गोपालेन महात्मना
द्वारकायां प्रार्थ्यते यशोदाश्च सन्निधौ (2)
arjunaaya pooraa geethaM gopaalena mahaathmanaa
dhvaarakaayaaM praarThyathe yashodhaashcha sanniDhau
Arjuna had chanted and sung these twelve holy names in the presence of Sri Yashodha Devi at Dwaraka.
न्यासं / nyaasaM
अस्य श्रीक्रुष्ण दिव्य द्वादश नाम स्तोत्र महा मन्त्रस्य
फल्गुण ऋषिः अनुष्टुप् छन्दः
परमात्मा देवता ॐ बीजं
स्वाहायेति शक्तिः
श्री गोपाल क्रुष्ण प्रीत्यर्थे जपे विनियोगः (3)
asya shreekruShNa dhivya dhvaadhasha naama sthothra mahaa manthrasya
phalguNa RuShih anuShtup Chandhah
paramaathmaa dhevathaa Om beejaM
svaahaayaethi shakthih
shree gopaala kruShNa preethyarThe jape viniyogah
For the superior chanting of the twelve names of Lord Sri Krishna, Arjuna is the Rishi; Anushtup is the meter; Sri Krishna, the great soul is the presiding Deity; The beeja manthra is Om; Sri Svahaa is the Shakthi; This is being chanted to please Sri Gopala Krishna.
ध्यानम् / Dhyaanam
जानुम्भ्यामपि धावन्तं बाहुम्भ्यामति सुन्दरं
सकुण्ड लालकं बालं गोपालं चिन्तये दुषः (4)
jaanumbhyaamapi DhaavanthaM baahumbhyaamathi sundharaM
sakuNda laalakaM baalaM gopaalaM chinthaye dhuShah
In the morning, let my mind meditate on Sri Gopala who is the beautiful and handsome boy of excellent physique adorning ear ornaments.
मन्त्रं / manthraM
प्रथमं तु हरिं विद्याद् द्वितीयं केशवं तथा
तृतीयं पद्मनाभं च चतुर्थं वामनं तथा (5)
praThamaM thu hareem vidhyaadh dhvitheeyaM kaeshavaM thaThaa
thritheeyaM padhmanaabhaM cha chathurThaM vaamanaM thaThaa
Of the holy and divine names, the first is Sri Hari, the bestower of wisdom and education, the second is Sri Keshava who had killed the demon Keshi, the third is Sri Padmanabha who has lotus in His belly button and the fourth is Sri Vamana, the short.
पञ्चमं वेदगर्भं तु षष्ठं च मधुसूदनम्
सप्तमं वासुदेवं च वराहं चाऽष्टमं तथा (6)
panchamaM vedha-garbhaM thu ShaShtaM maDhu-soodhanam
sapthamam vaasudhevaM cha varaahaM cha(A)ShtamaM thaThaa
Of the holy and divine names, the fifth is Sri Vedha Garbha who has Vedas in His stomach, the sixth is Sri Madhu-sudhana, the destroyer of the demon madhu, the seventh is Sri Vasudeva who resides in the hearts and the eighth is Sri Varaha, the protector of earth.
नवमं पुण्डरीकाक्षं दशमं तु जनार्दनम्
कृष्णमेकादशं प्रोक्तं द्वादशं श्रीधरं तथा (7)
navamaM puNdareeka-akShaM dhashamaM janaardhanam
kruShNamae-kaadhashaM prokthaM dhvaadhashaM shreeDharaM thaThaa
Of the holy and divine names, the ninth is Sri Pundarikaksha, the God with lotus like eyes, the tenth is Sri Janardhana who is worshipped by all, the eleventh is Sri Krishna, the dark colored Lord and the twelfth is Sridhara, the God of wealth.
फलस्रुति / phalasruthi
एतानि द्वादश नामानि विष्णुप्रोक्ते विधीयते
सायं-सायं प्रातः पठेन्नित्यं तस्य पुण्यफलं शृणु (8)
aethaani dhvaadhasha naamaani viShNuprokthae viDheeyathae
saayaM saayaM paathrathah paten-nithyaM thasya puNyaphalaM shruNuh
The Vishnu devotees who sincerely read and recite these twelve names in the evening of every day shall be blessed with all the virtuous benefits.
चान्द्रायण-सहस्राणि कन्यादानशतानि च
अश्वमेधसहस्राणि फलं प्राप्नोत्यसंशयः (9)
chaandhraayaNa sahasraaNi kanyaa-dhaana-shathaani cha
ashvameDha-sahasraaNi phalaM praapnothya-saMshayah
The sincere and devout reciting of this Slokam bestows virtuous benefits equal to the performing of thousand chandrayan vrat, giving away maiden girl in marriage and thousand ashva-medha yagnas. It alleviates all the troubles.
अमायां पौर्णमास्यां च द्वादश्यां तु विशेषतः
प्रातःकाले पठेन्नित्यं सर्वपापैः प्रमुच्यते (10)
amaayaaM paurNamaasyaaM cha dhvaadhashyaaM thu visheShathah
praathah kaalae paTen-nithyaM sarva-paapauh pramuchyathae
It is auspicious to read and recite this Slokam on Amavasya, Pournami and Dhvadhashi days. However, reading this in the early morning on daily basis shall result in alleviation of all sins.
इति श्रीमन्महाभारतेऽरण्यपर्वणि कृष्णद्वादशनामस्तोत्रं सम्पूर्णम्
ithi shreeman-mahaa-bharathae-(A)raNya-parvaNi kruShNa-dhasha-naama-sthothram sampoorNam
MASIK KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI
SIGNIFICANCE
The story behind the observance of this day lies in Lord Krishna’s birth.
The Hindu scriptures mention that Lord Krishna is the eighth son of Vasudev and Devaki.
He was blessed by all the gods on the Asthami date of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada.
The festival is significant because it reminds us of the cruelty of Kans and the struggle of Devaki and Vasudev.
This reflects the victory of good over evil.
MASIK KRISHNA JANMASHTAMI : RITUALS
Devotees fast on this day to get the blessings of Lord Krishna.
They keep a strict fast on this day.
It is believed that observing this day will fulfill the desires of the devotees.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami
Masik Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated every month on the Ashtami date of the Krishna Paksha.
This is special because Lord Krishan’s incarnation took place on the Ashtami date of the Krishna Paksha.
On this day, along with Lord Krishna, his birth parents Vasudev and Devaki, his foster parents Nand Baba and mother Yashoda, Lord Krishna’s brother Balram, his sister Subhadra are worshipped.
By worshipping God and keeping a fast on this day, devotees celebrate Janmashtami on this date in the month of Bhadrapada as well as monthly Janmashtami on this date in all other months.
Mythology
On the Ashtami date of the Krishna Paksha of the month of Bhadrapada, Lord Krishna incarnated from the womb of Devaki in the prison of Kansa in Rohini Nakshatra.
It is believed that after this, the locks of the prison opened and the guards fell asleep.
After this, Vasudev reached Nand village, crossing the swollen Yamuna with Krishna, and handed over Nand Baba to Yashoda.
Later, Krishna freed the people from his atrocities by killing Kansa.
Significance
It is believed that fasting on monthly Krishna Janmashtami destroys sins and fulfills all wishes.
Worshiping Bal Gopal on this day gives the blessings of having a child.
Devotees also get salvation by observing this fast.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami
In Sanatan Dharma, each fast or festival holds extreme importance and all of these fasts and festivals have a different ritual or significance.
In this series according to the Hindu calendar, the monthly Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated during the Krishna Paksha Ashtami Tithi.
On this special occasion, we especially worship Lord Krishna and keep a fast.
Along with this, we offer butter with sugar (Makhan-Mishri) to Lord Krishna because he likes it the best.
Offering this to the supreme Lord impresses him.
It is believed that praying to Lord Krishna on monthly Krishna Janmashtami can especially favour the natives.
And, keeping a fast on this day fulfils all the wishes of a person.
The Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha each month is celebrated as monthly Krishna Janmashtami with great enthusiasm by Krishna devotees.
Worshipping Lord Krishna on this day, the devotee gets success in all their endeavours.
The specialty of this day, the monthly Krishna Janmashtami, is that a rare yoga is forming on this day which will enhance or increase the importance of this day.
So, let’s move ahead and know on which date the monthly Krishna Janmashtami is falling in this Vaishakh month and we will also discuss the 3 auspicious yogas forming on that day.
3 Auspicious Yogas On Krishna Monthly Janmashtami
An auspicious yoga is forming on Monthly Krishna Janmashtami and the yoga will last the whole day.
It will end at 08:02 in the evening. After this, Shukla Yoga will form and it will stay till May, evening 05:19 pm. And, on this day, Shiv Vaas is from 05:46 am in the morning till 04:01 am the next day on May.
Significance Of Monthly Krishna Janmashtami
In Sanatan Dharam, if one worships Lord Krishna according to the rites and rituals then they get the special blessings from the lord. Like Krishna Janmashtami, the Pooja of monthly Krishna Janmashtami is performed at night.
By observing some special remedies and fasting on this day, the natives can be blessed with a child and all the troubles in front of the children go away.
Apart from this, fasting on this day can bring happiness and peace to the house.
This removes negativity and brings positive energy into the house.
Also, the desired wish gets fulfilled soon.
According to Vedic Astrology, some measures are also taken on this auspicious day by which one can get relief from family and financial problems.
How To Perform Pooja On Monthly Krishna Janmashtami?
- On the day of the monthly Krishna Janmashtami, wake up before sunrise and take a bath after completing all the tasks. After this, decorate the temple and dress Lord Krishna in clean clothes.
- Spread the cloth on the post in the temple and place the idols of Shri Krishna and Shri Radha Rani.
- After this, light a lamp of desi ghee and perform the aarti of Lord Krishna.
- Be sure to recite the birth story of Lord Shri Krishna on this day.
- After this, offer Mishri and butter to Laddu Gopal because he loves Mishri and butter very much. Be sure to include the Tulsi leaf in the offering. Doing this is considered auspicious.
- Then, pray to Lord Krishna for happiness and peace in life.
- After this, distribute the Prasad among the people and then consume it yourself.
- Donate to the poor and needy as per your devotion.
Monthly Krishna Janmashtami Story
There are a lot of stories associated with Lord Shri Krishna’s birthday.
One of them goes like this.
According to the scriptures, Lord Krishna is the eighth son of Vasudeva and Devaki, before him, their seven sons were killed by the Devil God or the maternal uncle of Lord Krishna, Kansha.
It is believed that when Girdhari was born, all the locks of the jail opened automatically and all the guards fell into deep sleep.
After this, his father Vasudev took him to Nand Village and handed over his child Gopal to Nand Baba.
In the end, Lord Krishna killed Uncle Kansa and freed the entire people from his atrocities.
Let us tell you that the festival of Krishna Janmashtami is considered a symbol of the victory of good over evil, which is celebrated every month on the Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha.
Specially Follow This Remedy On Monthly Krishna Janmashtami
In Vedic Astrology, some special remedies are meant to be followed on the monthly Krishna Janmashtami.
Following this remedy can help you get rid of all the problems of life.
So, without further ado, let’s move on and find out the special remedy done on monthly Krishna Janmashtami.
Offer Peacock Feather To Lord Krishna
We all know that Lord Krishna extremely likes peacocks.
This is the reason that the sustainer of the world wears a peacock feather on his crown.
It is believed that on the day of monthly Krishna Janmashtami, a peacock feather must be offered to Lord Krishna. By doing this, keeping it in the house brings positive energy.
For The Happiness Of Children
It is believed that on monthly Krishna Janmashtami, women must keep a fast for getting a child and the happiness of their child.
By doing this, the childless period gets the happiness of having a child and all kinds of problems coming in the life of the child are removed.
Offer Kheer To Lord Krishna
On the day of the monthly Krishna Janmashtami, offer kheer to Lord Krishna, also make sure to put Tulsi on the Kheer.
It is believed that offering Kheer to Lord Krishna can help the devotees get rid of all the problems in their financial situation and they never face a shortage of money.
Offer Betel Leaf [Paan Leaves]
On the night of the monthly Krishna Janmashtami, make sure to offer betel leaves to Lord Krishna.
After this, write Shri Yantra on that betel leaf with Roli and keep it in the safe or cupboard where money is kept.
By doing this, one gets relief from debts, and loans, also the financial condition becomes stable.
Offer Yellow-Coloured Cloth and Fruits
We all know that Lord Krishna is also known as Pitambhar Dhaari and that’s why on the night of the monthly Krishna Janmashtami, Lord Krishna should be dressed in yellow coloured clothes and the ones decorated with yellow flowers.
By doing this, your respect and honour will increase, also all your wishes will be fulfilled.
Offer A Silver Flute To Lord Krishna
During the Pooja, on the night of the monthly Janamashtami, offer a silver flute to Lord Krishna, and during this chant the mantra, “Kleem Krishnay Vasudevay Hari: Paramatmane Pranat: Klesh Nashaya Govindaya Namo Namah” 108 times.
By doing this, happiness and peace will be maintained.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami Vrat Puja Vidhi
- The Ashtami date of the month of Margashirsh should be followed by the rules of fasting with reverence.
- After coming out of the bath in the morning, worship of Shivling should be done with the smell, flowers, incense, lamp, newdhya, tambul [paan] etc.
- After worship, havan should be done with black sesame seeds.
- One should sleep on the ground after drinking cow urine.
- After getting food to Brahmins, donation should be given as much as possible.
- By fasting for twelve months of this monthly Krishnashtami, all the wishes are fulfilled.
Significance of Masik Krishnashtami
- In the month of Margashirsh, after bathing in a holy place or river, pond, worshiping Shivalinga, after drinking cow urine, one should sleep on the ground.
- On Krishnashtami of Paush month, worshiping Maheshwar by the name of Shambhu, one should drink ghee.
- On Krishnashtami of Magh month, worshiping Lord Shankar by the name of Maheshwar, cow’s milk should be drunk.
- On Krishnashtami of Falgun month, worshiping Lord Shiva in the name of Mahadev and eating sesame seeds.
- On Krishnashtami of Chetra month, worship should be done in the name of Sthanu and pure sattvik food should be taken.
- On Krishnashtami of Baisakh month, worshiping Lord Shiva in the name of Shiva should drink Kushodak.
- On Krishnashtami of Jyeshtha month, worshiping Shiva by the name of Pashupati and drinking cow urine.
- On Krishnashtami of the month of Ashadh, worshiping Lord Shankar with the name of Ugra should do Gomay-prashan [made from cow’s milk].
- On Krishnashtami of Shravan month, worshiping Lord Shankar with the name of Sharva should do Arka Prashan.
- On Krishnashtami of Bhadrapada month, after worshiping Lord Shiva by the name of Tryambak, bill leaves should be consumed.
- On Krishnashtami of Ashwin month, worshiping Lord Shankar with the name of Bhava, rice should be eaten.
- After worshiping Lord Shankar in the name of Rudra on Krishnashtami of Kartik month, one should drink curd at night.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami Vrat Puja Vidhi
मासिक कृ ष्ण जन्माष्टमी व्रत सिसि
मार्गशीर्गमास की अष्टमी तिति श्रद्धा पूर्गक व्रि का तियम
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िेर्ेध्य , िाम्बुल [ पाि ] आति सामग्री सेतशर्तलंर् का पूजि
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पूजि के पश्चाि कालेतिल सेहर्ि करिा चातहए |
र्ोमूत्र पीकर भूतम पर सोिा चातहए |
ब्राह्मणों को भोजि करर्ाकर यिा शक्ति िाि ितिणा िेिा
चातहए |
इस मातसक कृ ष्णाष्टमी का बारह महीिेश्रद्धापूर्गक व्रि करिे
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मासिक कृ ष्णाष्टमी व्रत की सिशेषताएँ(Significance of Masik
Krishnashtami)
मार्गशीर्गमास मेंिीिग स्िाि या ििी , िालाब मेंस्नाि कर
तशर्तलंर् का तर्तध पूर्गक पूजि कर र्ोमूत्र का पाि कर भूतम
पर शयि करिा चातहए |
पौर् मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को शम्भुिाम सेमहेश्वर का पूजि
कर घी का पाि [ पीिा ] करिा चातहए |
माघ मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को महेश्वर िाम सेभर्र्ाि शंकर का
पूजि कर र्ाय के िू ध का पाि करिा चातहए |
फाल्गुि मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को महािेर् िाम सेभर्र्ाि तशर्
का पूजि कर तिल खािा चातहए |
चेत्र मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को स्िाणुिाम सेपूजि करिा चातहए
ििा शुद्ध साक्तिक भोजि करिा चातहए |
बैशाख मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को तशर् िाम सेतशर्जी का पूजि
कर कु शोिक पाि करिा चातहए |
ज्येष्ठ मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को पशुपति िाम सेतशर्जी का पूजि
कर र्ोमूत्र का पाि करिा चातहए |
आर्ाढ़ मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को उग्र िाम सेभर्र्ाि शंकर का
पूजि कर र्ोमय – प्राशि [ र्ाय के िू ध सेबिे] करिा चातहए|
श्रार्ण मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को शर्गिाम सेभर्र्ाि शंकर का
पूजि कर अकग प्राशि करिा चातहए |
भाद्रपि मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को त्र्यम्बक िाम सेभर्र्ाि तशर्
का पूजि कर तबल पत्र का सेर्ि करिा चातहए |
आतश्वि मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को भर् िाम सेभर्र्ाि शंकर
पूजि कर चार्ल खािा चातहए |
कातिगक मास की कृ ष्णाष्टमी को रूद्र िाम सेभर्र्ाि शंकर
का पूजि कर रातत्र मेंिही का पाि करिा चातहए |
Krishna Janmashtami Puja Vidhi
We are giving detailed Krishna Janmashtami Puja Vidhi which is observed on Krishna Janmashtami day.
The given Puja Vidhi includes all sixteen steps which are part of Shodashopachara (षोडशोपचार) Krishna Janmashtami Puja Vidhi.
1. Dhyanam (ध्यानम्)
Puja should begin with the meditation of Lord Krishna. Dhyana should be done in front of already installed Lord Krishna statue in front of you.
Following Mantra should be chanted while meditating on Lord Shri Krishna.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami
Sri Krishna Janmashtami Puja Vidhi
The puja vidhi of this festival is quite significant as all the preparations are made to celebrate the birth of Laddoo Gopal.
We have listed an elaborate puja vidhi down below for this occasion to help you reap maximum benefits of this puja-
- Take a bath and change into clean clothes in the morning.
- Begin the preparations for the puja at night by decorating Sri Krishna’s palna or cradle and cleaning the place of worship with Gangajal.
- At night, begin the puja by first observing dhyana. Connect your soul to the Lord.
- Respectfully put the idol of Lord Krishna on the Palna. Those who do not have one can also use a wooden chowki.
- Offer water to the deity’s feet, also known as performing padya.
- Offer arghya to the Lord.
- Drink the water after making an offering to the Lord. This is known as achaman.
- Now perform the snana ceremony of the Lord. Pour the five ingredients of the Panchamrit, namely, ghee, honey, milk, curd, and gangajal, on the idol. Collect the five ingredients and serve them as prasad later as Panchamrit.
- Adorn the idol of the deity in new clothes and accessories. This step is called performing the deity’s shringaar.
- Offer the holy janeu to the God.
- Apply a paste of Chandan on the God.
- Deck the Lord in jewelry, crown, mor pankh, and bansuri.
- Offer Tulsi leaves and flowers to the deity.
- Light an incense stick and dhoop.
- Light an oil lamp.
- Make an offering of the bhog to the Lord. Do not forget Krishna’s favorite, Makhan and Mishree, on this occasion.
- Offer a tambulam to the God, which consists of coconut, paan, betel nuts, kumkum, and haldi.
- Offer dakshina.
- Sing the aarti of Kunj Bihari to appease the God.
- Perform a parikrama after the aarti.
- Join both hands and pray to the Lord to protect you and your family from all evil.
Rituals Associated with Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
This festival is cherished by both young and old, and it has a lot to do with the rituals associated with this day. Let us look at some of the prominent rituals associated with this day-
- Devotees all around the country observe a fast on this day. The entire day is spent in the memory of the Lord, and the fast is broken after midnight, the time deemed to be the birth hour of Lord Krishna.
- Devotees chant the name of the Lord throughout the day, coloring the atmosphere with a spirit of devotion and dedication.
- Devotional hymns are recited, especially in the Krishna temples. The bhajans are sung in praise of the Lord, creating a lively environment all around.
- Skits depicting the life events of Krishna and his various leelas are organized on a grand scale everywhere. Raas Leela is also performed with kids dressed as Krishna and his Gopis, dancing to the songs epitomizing their love.
- Makhan was extremely dear to Lord Krishna, and hence it is an important delicacy of the day. Sweets are made using dry fruits, milk, khoya, and sugar to appease the little Gopal.
- Lessons from the Bhagavad Gita are recited for all to remind us of the teachings of Krishna and the true meaning of life.
Janmashtami commemorates the birth of Lord Krishna, Lord Vishnu’s eighth avatar on Earth.
The birth of Lord Krishna represents the triumph of good over evil.
On the day of Krishna Janmashtami, Lord Krishna devotees offer prayers, and various rituals inspired by the life of Baby Krishna are held throughout the country.
When is Janmashtami celebrated?
Bhagavan Sri Krishna was born at midnight on Ashtami tithi (8th day) under Rohini Nakshatra.
The month of Lord Krishna’s birth is Shravan as per Amanta calendar and Bhadrapad in Purnimantha calendar.
This corresponding to August – September months on English calendar and the exact date depends on the lunar cycle.
Masik Krishna Janmashtami
Masik Krishna Janmashtami refers to the monthly celebration of Lord Krishna’s birth on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the Hindu calendar month.
“Masik” means monthly, and “Krishna Janmashtami” signifies the birth of Lord Krishna.
In Hinduism, Janmashtami is one of the most significant festivals celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion across India and by Hindus around the world.
It marks the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, who is considered the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
His birth is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and joy.
While the major Janmashtami celebration, known as “Sri Krishna Janmashtami,” occurs once a year, the term “Masik Krishna Janmashtami” refers to the observance of Krishna’s birth every month on the eighth day of the dark fortnight of the lunar month.
Devotees often fast, perform special prayers, sing bhajans (devotional songs), and enact dramas depicting scenes from Lord Krishna’s life during these celebrations.
However, the level of observance and festivities may vary regionally or based on individual traditions, with the annual Janmashtami celebration being the most widely recognized and celebrated.