Saturday, September 1, 2007

Sri Krishna Janmasthami

Lord Krishna's apperance day is known as Janmashtami. The temples of Vrindavan India, where he appeared, witness extravagant and colourful celebrations. On this occasion. Raslila is performed to recreate incidents from the life of Krishna and to commemorate his love for Srimati Radharani. The diety of baby Sri Krishna is bathed at midnight and is placed in a cradel. Devotional songs and dances mark the celebration of this festive occasion all over the world.

Sept 4 2007. (Tue) Krishna-astami. Sri Sri Krishna Janmastami. Complete fast until midnight (no grains).

Sept 5 2007. (Wed) Krishna-navami. Sri Nandotsava. Sri Janmastami paran before 9:31 a.m.

JAi Sri Krishna