Janmashtami Date 2024: Auspicious Timings, Rituals, And Significance

Janmashtami is one of the most joyous and significant festivals in the Hindu culture. It marks the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, the 8th avatar of Hindu deity Vishnu. In 2024, Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated on August 16 (Monday). This day will also observe the Hindu God’s 5251st birthday. This day is celebrated with high spirits including prayers, rituals, and cultural events.

Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Date and Timings

• Krishna Janmashtami Date: Monday, August 26, 2024
• Nishita Puja Time: 12:01 AM to 12:45 AM, August 27, 2024
• Dahi Handi: Tuesday, August 27, 2024
• Parana Time: After 12:45 AM, August 27, 2024
• Ashtami Tithi starts: 03:39 AM, August 26, 2024
• Ashtami Tithi finishes: 02:19 AM, August 27, 2024
• Rohini Nakshatra starts: 03:55 PM, August 26, 2024
• Rohini Nakshatra finishes: 03:38 PM, August 27, 2024

Janmashtami 2024 Rituals

The day before Krishna Janmashtami, devotees prepare for the celebration by eating only one meal. On Janmashtami, they begin their fast after morning prayers and make a solemn vow to complete it. The fast typically ends when the eighth lunar day (Ashtami Tithi) and the Rohini star constellation align. However, some followers choose to break their fast on either of these days. According to ancient Vedic tradition, the most sacred time for Krishna worship is at midnight (Nishita Kaal), considered the most auspicious moment for puja.

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Janmashtami 2024 Significance

Krishna's birth is celebrated on Ashtami Tithi, a special day that falls during the Bhadrapada month when the moon is in its waning phase. But Janmashtami is more than just a celebration - it's a time for spiritual reflection and connection. People come together to honor Krishna's teachings and legacy, remembering his guidance on how to live a life of purpose, devotion, and righteousness. It's a meaningful occasion to reconnect with his wisdom and inspire our own journey towards a more fulfilling life.

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