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Brace yourself for the grandeur and spiritual celebration of Janmashtami on August 26! This is a day steeped in joyous enthusiasm and religious fervor as millions worldwide commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna, a charismatic and cherished deity in Hinduism. Dating back many centuries, Janmashtami is punctuated with delightful traditions like dance dramas, singing devotional songs, and preparing and sharing delicious sweets symbolizing Krishna's love for food. To say the atmosphere is electrifying is an understatement. This spiritual festival is a vibrant spectacle where culture, devotion, and jubilation combine in a magical harmony. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the rhythm and sanctity of Janmashtami!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>3228 BCE</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Krishna</div><div class='timeline-text'>Lord Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu was born on the eighth day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Shravana in Mathura.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1500s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Radha-Krishna Temples</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1500s, the first temples dedicated to Radha and Krishna were built in Vrindavan and Mathura, the places associated with Krishna's life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1746</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Foundation of ISKCON</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) was founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, further popularizing Janmashtami.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>ISKCON managed to spread the spiritual message of Krishna globally through books, festivals like Janmashtami, and Krishna Prasadam (food).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'> Official Acknowledgement</div><div class='timeline-text'>On August 2, 1994, a Congressional statement by Rep. E. Clay Shaw acknowledged the festival of Janmashtami in the US House of Representatives.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Record</div><div class='timeline-text'>The world's largest 'ladoos' (traditional sweet), weighing around 50,000 kg, was prepared during Janmashtami celebrations in Mathura in 2016.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Perform a Krishna dance drama</h3><p class='facts-text'>Get into the spirit of Janmashtami by organizing a dance drama portraying different events from Lord Krishna's life. Dress up as characters from Krishna's life and enact stories in front of your family and friends to really embrace the spirit of Janmashtami.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cook up prasad delicacies</h3><p class='facts-text'>Janmashtami is renowned for its spread of delectable prasad (sacred food). Spend a part of the day making sweets and dishes favored by Lord Krishna like paneer, butter, and yogurt-based sweet treats. Then, offer them to the deity before sharing the prasad with people around you.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Set up an altar at home</h3><p class='facts-text'>Decorate an altar at home with pictures and statues of Lord Krishna. Adorn it with flowers, incense, and light some candles for an enchanting ambiance. Here, you can perform prayers, chant mantras, and engage in quiet reflection.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Celebrate by breaking Dahi handi</h3><p class='facts-text'>Dahi handi is a popular ritual of Janmashtami, where a pot filled with buttermilk is hung high, and teams of people form human towers to break it. It is to replicate Krishna's love for butter and his playful nature. Organize a Dahi handi event in your community for a fun and memorable experience.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Go for a Krishna Bhajan night</h3><p class='facts-text'>Bhajans or devotional songs are a significant part of the Janmashtami celebration. You can organize or join a Bhajan night where you sing praises dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is a great way to immerse yourself in divine remembrance and create an unforgettable communal experience.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cultural Immersion</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During Janmashtami, people can immerse themselves in a vibrant celebration of culture and spirituality. The dance dramas, food, music, and rituals give everyone involved a deep understanding and appreciation of Hindu traditions and beliefs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Community Involvement</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Janmashtami celebrations often involve the whole community and encourage active participation. Whether it's organizing a Krishna dance drama, or partaking in a Dahi Handi event, or even a Bhajan singing night, there are activities that bring people together in celebration.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Delicious Food</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Janmashtami is also a celebration of flavors as much as it is a spiritual festival. People prepare and share delectable prasad delicacies that were loved by Lord Krishna, an act that promotes sharing, friendliness, and a love for food.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Magical display of swings called Jhulanotsav</h3><p class='facts-text'>During Janmashtami, homes and temples beautifully decorate swings, known as Jhulanotsav, to symbolize the playful nature of Lord Krishna. Statues of baby Krishna are often placed on these swings and rocked gently. </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>24-hour worship at ISKCON temples</h3><p class='facts-text'>On Janmashtami, most ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) temples worldwide hold a 24-hour continuous chant of the Hare Krishna mantra, immersing everyone in a spiritual and calming atmosphere.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Janki Jhanki processions show Krishna's life</h3><p class='facts-text'>See life-sized sculptures of Lord Krishna's significant life events in processions known as Janki Jhanki – a highlight of Janmashtami in Mathura and Vrindavan.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Raksha Bandhan sometimes coincides with Janmashtami</h3><p class='facts-text'>In certain years, the festival of Raksha Bandhan, celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, falls on the same day as Janmashtami, creating a joint day of celebrations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Unique rituals in different parts of India</h3><p class='facts-text'>The celebration of Janmashtami differs slightly in various regions, reflecting diverse cultural nuances. In Maharashtra, the Dahi Handi event attracts huge crowds, whereas in Uttar Pradesh, Krishna's birthplace Mathura holds magnificent celebrations.</p></div></div>
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