Bhagwan Krishna
Bhagwan Krishna, one of Hinduism’s most revered deities, is accorded tremendous importance in Indian mythology and sacred literature. About 5000 years ago, in the Indian city of Mathura, Lord Krishna—who is considered as the eighth avatar of the universe’s protector Lord Vishnu—was born. Both the Bhagavad Gita and the Mahabharata epic give descriptions of his life and teachings.
Many fascinating and seductive stories filled Krishna’s early years. He had a pleasant personality, a fondness for butter, and a penchant for mischievous behavior. When he was a little child, he used his flute to fascinate both people and animals.
Krishna had remarkable intelligence and spiritual awareness throughout his life. He advocated the Bhakti (devotion) school of thought and stressed the value of carrying out one’s duties without regard for the outcome. The legendary text known as the Bhagavad Gita describes how the Lord taught Arjuna on the Kurukshetra battlefield.
Story of Bhagwan Krishna about his birth
The birth story of Bhagwan Krishna, which is the subject of the Janmashtami narrative, is abound with mysticism and enchantment from the divine. It begins in Mathura, a historic location where the terrible King Kansa exercised an iron fist of rule. Kansa, who was Krishna’s maternal uncle, was plagued by a prophecy that the eighth child of his sister Devaki would kill him.
In order to stop this from happening, Kansa imprisoned Devaki and her spouse Vasudeva. He vowed to kill every one of their future children the moment they were born. The knowledge that their vulnerable infants will be brutally stolen from them caused Devaki and Vasudeva to be overcome with anguish and fear.
In order to stop this from happening, Kansa imprisoned Devaki and her spouse Vasudeva. He vowed to kill every one of their future children the moment they were born. The knowledge that their vulnerable infants will be brutally stolen from them caused Devaki and Vasudeva to be overcome with anguish and fear.
The Yamuna was raging outside when Vasudeva went outdoors, and the waves were threatening to drown him. Unconcerned, he lifted the little Krishna above his head, and to his surprise, the river divided to make room for them. Vasudeva made it to the Gokul village, where his friend Nanda and his wife Yashoda lived. They recently had a baby girl.
Vasudeva gave the baby girl to Yashoda in a beautiful exchange before bringing the infant back to the prison and placing Krishna in her arms. When Kansa heard that Devaki and Vasudeva had given birth to their eighth child, he immediately hurried to the prison to carry out his terrible plot. He was shocked to learn that the infant girl he had planned to murder was instead the goddess Yogamaya in a human form who had prophesied his impending doom.
While all was going on, Yashoda and Nanda raised Krishna in Gokul with much love. His formative years were jam-packed with endearing pranks and magnificent wonders. He delighted the residents of Gokul with his humorous tricks, stole butter from the homes, and charmed them all with the strains of his flute. Young Krishna attained the hearts and minds of both humans and animals, emerging as the soul.
Krishna underwent numerous adventures as he aged, defeating powerful demons and standing up for the right. His teachings continue to have an impact on millions of people today. He attracted a large following due to his divine love and knowledge. He spread vast knowledge, guided people toward virtue, and helped them achieve self-realization in the form of the Bhagavad Gita.
On Janmashtami, Krishna’s birth is commemorated with great fervor and devotion. To celebrate Bhagwan Krishna’s heavenly entrance, devotees fast, sing hymns, and perform frenzied dances. Raslilas, devotional dramas that replicate the enthralling moments from Krishna’s life, are performed, and temples are decorated with flowers and other decorations.
Mantra of Bhagwan Krishna
The mantra of Lord Krishna in Sanskrit is:
ॐ कृष्णाय नमः
(Oṁ Kṛṣṇāya Namaḥ)
In English, it translates to:
“Om, I bow to Lord Krishna.”
Aarti of Bhagwan Krishna
॥ श्री कृष्णाची आरती ॥
ओवालू आरती मदनगोपाळा।
श्यामसुन्दर गळा लं वैजयन्तीमाळा॥
चरणकमल ज्याचे अति सुकुमार।
ध्वजवज्रानकुश ब्रीदाचा तोडर॥
ओवालू आरती मदनगोपाळा…॥
नाभीकमळ ज्याचेब्रह्मयाचे स्थान।
ह्रीदयीन पदक शोभे श्रीवत्सलांछन॥
ओवालू आरती मदनगोपाळा…॥
मुखकमळा पाहता सूर्याचिया कोटी।
वेधीयेले मानस हारपली धृष्टी॥
ओवालू आरती मदनगोपाळा…॥
जडित मुगुट ज्याच्या देदीप्यमान।
तेणे तेजे कोदले अवघे त्रिभुवन॥
ओवालू आरती मदनगोपाळा…॥
एका जनार्दनी देखियले रूप।
रूप पाहों जाता झालेसें तद्रूप॥
ओवालू आरती मदनगोपाळा…॥
Meaning of the aarti of Bhagwan Krishna
Certainly! Here’s the meaning of the aarti “॥ श्री कृष्णाची आरती ॥” (Shri Krishnaachi Aarti):
Ovaloo Aarti MadanGopalaa।
I perform the Aarti of Lord MadanGopal (Krishna) with joy and devotion.
ShyamSundar Galaa Lam VaijayanteeMaalaa॥
The dark and beautiful Lord Krishna adorned with a Vaijayantee garland around his neck.
Charankamal Jyaache Ati Sukumaar।
Whose lotus feet are incredibly tender and charming.
DhwajVajraanakush Breedaacha Todar॥
In his hand, he holds the flag, thunderbolt, and goad, breaking the pride of enemies.
Ovaloo Aarti MadanGopalaa…॥
I perform the Aarti of Lord MadanGopal (Krishna) with joy and devotion.
Naabhikamal Jyaache Brahmayaache Sthaan।
His navel is the abode of Lord Brahma, the creator.
Hridayeen Padak Shobe Shrivatsalaanchan॥
The mark of Srivatsa shines on his heart, symbolizing his connection with Goddess Lakshmi.
Ovaloo Aarti MadanGopalaa…॥
I perform the Aarti of Lord MadanGopal (Krishna) with joy and devotion.
Mukhakamalaa Paahata Suryaachi Yaa Koti।
The radiance of millions of suns emanates from his lotus-like face.
Vedhiyele Maanas Haarpalee Dhrishti॥
His penetrating gaze dispels all mental afflictions and captivates the mind.
Ovaloo Aarti MadanGopalaa…॥
I perform the Aarti of Lord MadanGopal (Krishna) with joy and devotion.
Jadit Mugut Jyaachya Dedeepyamaan।
His crown, shining with brilliance, outshines the splendor of the three worlds.
Tene Teje Kodale Avaghe Tribhuvan॥
His divine aura surpasses the radiance of a million lightning bolts.
Ovaloo Aarti MadanGopalaa…॥
I perform the Aarti of Lord MadanGopal (Krishna) with joy and devotion.
Eka Janardhani Dekhiyale Roop।
Beholding the divine form of the one and only Janardhana (Krishna).
Roop Pahon Jaata Jhaalese Tadrup॥
Witnessing that form, one’s own appearance becomes divine.
Ovaloo Aarti MadanGopalaa…॥
I perform the Aarti of Lord MadanGopal (Krishna) with joy and devotion.
This aarti expresses devotion and admiration towards Lord Krishna, describing his divine beauty, grace, and the profound impact he has on devotees’ hearts and minds.
Chalisa of Bhagwan Krishna
॥ दोहा॥
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 ॥
॥ चौपाई ॥
जय यदुनंदन जय जगवंदन ।
जय वसुदेव देवकी नन्दन ॥
जय यशुदा सुत नन्द दुलारे ।
जय प्रभु भक्तन के दृग तारे ॥
जय नटनागर, नाग नथइया |
कृष्ण कन्हइया धेनु चरइया ॥
पुनि नख पर प्रभु गिरिवर धारो ।
आओ दीनन कष्ट निवारो ॥4॥
वंशी मधुर अधर धरि टेरौ ।
होवे पूर्ण विनय यह मेरौ ॥
आओ हरि पुनि माखन चाखो ।
आज लाज भारत की राखो ॥
गोल कपोल, चिबुक अरुणारे ।
मृदु मुस्कान मोहिनी डारे ॥
राजित राजिव नयन विशाला ।
मोर मुकुट वैजन्तीमाला ॥8॥
कुंडल श्रवण, पीत पट आछे ।
कटि किंकिणी काछनी काछे ॥
नील जलज सुन्दर तनु सोहे ।
छबि लखि, सुर नर मुनिमन मोहे ॥
मस्तक तिलक, अलक घुँघराले ।
आओ कृष्ण बांसुरी वाले ॥
करि पय पान, पूतनहि तार्यो ।
अका बका कागासुर मार्यो ॥12॥
मधुवन जलत अगिन जब ज्वाला ।
भै शीतल लखतहिं नंदलाला ॥
सुरपति जब ब्रज चढ़्यो रिसाई ।
मूसर धार वारि वर्षाई ॥
लगत लगत व्रज चहन बहायो ।
गोवर्धन नख धारि बचायो ॥
लखि यसुदा मन भ्रम अधिकाई ।
मुख मंह चौदह भुवन दिखाई ॥16॥
दुष्ट कंस अति उधम मचायो ।
कोटि कमल जब फूल मंगायो ॥
नाथि कालियहिं तब तुम लीन्हें ।
चरण चिह्न दै निर्भय कीन्हें ॥
करि गोपिन संग रास विलासा ।
सबकी पूरण करी अभिलाषा ॥
केतिक महा असुर संहार्यो ।
कंसहि केस पकड़ि दै मार्यो ॥20॥
मातपिता की बन्दि छुड़ाई ।
उग्रसेन कहँ राज दिलाई ॥
महि से मृतक छहों सुत लायो ।
मातु देवकी शोक मिटायो ॥
भौमासुर मुर दैत्य संहारी ।
लाये षट दश सहसकुमारी ॥
दै भीमहिं तृण चीर सहारा ।
जरासिंधु राक्षस कहँ मारा ॥24॥
असुर बकासुर आदिक मार्यो ।
भक्तन के तब कष्ट निवार्यो ॥
दीन सुदामा के दुःख टार्यो ।
तंदुल तीन मूंठ मुख डार्य ॥..
Why and How is ‘Dahi Handi’ celebrated?
Traditional Indian festivals like “Dahi Handi” are mostly observed in the Indian state of Maharashtra and a few other locales. The Hindu god Lord Krishna was born on this day, which is sometimes referred to as “Janmashtami” or “Gokulashtami.” The celebration, which is observed with tremendous fervor, calls for the construction of human pyramids to topple a clay curd pot (dahi) that has been suspended from a great height.
Here’s why and how Dahi Handi is celebrated:
Birthday Celebration for Lord Krishna: Lord Krishna, who is thought to be Lord Vishnu’s eighth avatar (incarnation), was born on this day, and it is commemorated with the Dahi Handi festival. The eighth day of the Krishna Paksha, or “dark fortnight,” in the month of Bhadrapada, is known as Ashtami in Hindu mythology, and is regarded as the day Krishna was born. Observances for Janmashtami are held on this day.
2. Significance of the Dahi Handi: The “Dahi Handi,” a clay pot loaded with curd and other milk products, is a metaphor for the butter pots that a young Lord Krishna and his pals were known to steal while having fun. The act of breaking a dahi handi represents Lord Krishna’s humorous and prankish personality.
3. Formation of Human Pyramids: The building of human pyramids during Dahi Handi is among its most thrilling features. A group of young participants, commonly referred to as “Govindas,” build a pyramid by stepping on each other’s shoulders to reach the Dahi Handi, which is hung at a substantial height. A pot-breaking attempt is made by the individual at the top of the pyramid.
4. Prizes and Competitions: Competitions frequently take place during Dahi Handi celebrations. In order to shatter the Dahi Handi, many teams or groups compete to build the tallest pyramid. In addition to being physically taxing, these competitions also put the competitors’ sense of solidarity and cooperation to the test. The teams that successfully break the pot are rewarded and given prizes.
5. Cultural and Community Bonding: Dahi Handi is a community celebration that is both cultural and religious. It brings people together to celebrate together, regardless of their background, caste, or religion. The participants and viewers benefit from a greater sense of cohesion, solidarity, and togetherness.
6. Festive Atmosphere: Music, dance, and happy celebrations permeate the air during Dahi Handi. There are devotional hymns sung in honor of Lord Krishna, and the streets are frequently decorated with rangoli (bright floor patterns). People dress up and celebrate fervently in traditional garb.
In conclusion, the Dahi Handi festival honors the birth of Lord Krishna, and the shattering of the Dahi Handi represents his youthful playfulness. In order to commemorate this significant Hindu holiday, communities come together through the construction of human pyramids, sporting events, and cultural events.