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Shree Krishna Janmashtami in Nepal
Shree Krishna Janmashtami, also known simply as Janmashtami, is a major Hindu festival in Nepal that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, considered to be the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The festival typically falls in the Nepali month of Bhadra (August-September) according to the Bikram Sambat calendar used in Nepal.
History and Significance: Janmashtami marks the arrival of Lord Krishna on Earth. It is said that he was born at midnight in the holy city of Mathura, India. His birth is celebrated with great reverence as he played a pivotal role in the Mahabharata and delivered the Bhagavad Gita's teachings.
Traditions: On this day, devotees fast until midnight and visit temples dedicated to Lord Krishna. The most famous celebration takes place at Patan's Krishna Mandir – one of the grandest temples dedicated to Lord Krishna in Nepal. The temple, built in the 17th century by King Siddhi Narsingh Malla, becomes a hub of activities during Janmashtami.
Devotees chant hymns, sing devotional songs (bhajans), and recite verses from Hindu scriptures like Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam. Reenactments of episodes from Krishna's life, especially his childhood (known as Krishnalila), are performed by devotees dressed up as different characters from his life story.
What People Do: People engage in various religious practices such as prayer ceremonies (puja), offer food and flowers to deities, and some observe a strict fast until midnight which is believed to be the time when Krishna was born. After fasting, devotees often partake in a special meal prepared without grains or beans as it is customary not to consume such foods on fasting days.
Homes are decorated with images of baby Krishna, swings (jhulas), and lights. Parents dress up their children like Lord Krishna or his consort Radha. Cultural programs highlighting dance and music related to Lord Krishna's life are organized across communities.
Moreover, many people also engage in charitable activities such as distributing food among those less fortunate as an act of devotion and goodwill on this auspicious day.
