Janmashtami (Krishna Janmashtami 2025) in India is not just a festival, but a unique confluence of faith and devotion. Devotees of Kanha ji fast on this day, listen to the fast story and celebrate Shri Krishna’s birth anniversary on midnight. On this occasion, special adornment and worship of Laddu Gopal on swings in temples and houses is done.
According to astrology and religious beliefs, worship of Krishna Janmashtami remains incomplete until the devotees listen to the story of Shri Krishna’s birth. The importance of this story is mentioned in detail in the Puranas and scriptures. It is said that by listening to the story, man gets freedom from sins and happiness and prosperity in life.
Importance of Janmashtami fast story
Listening to the fast story on Krishna Janmashtami is not only a tradition, but also religious imperative. It is told in this story how Lord Vishnu gave birth to Shri Krishna in the prison of Mathura as the eighth incarnation. Listening to the story brings positive energy in the life of the devotee and Lakshmi resides in the house.
Start of story
According to religious texts, King Kansa of Mathura had heard that he would die at the hands of his sister Devaki’s eighth son. Kansa imprisoned Devaki and Vasudev. When the eighth son i.e. Shri Krishna was born, then the locks of the prison were automatically opened from God’s Leela and Yamunaji gave way. Vasudev ji took Shishu Krishna safely to Gokul. Devotees listen to this story on the night of Janmashtami with great enthusiasm.
Way to listen to fasting story
Devotees fasting on the night of Janmashtami should first perform the consecration, makeup and aarti of Shri Krishna. After this, all the family members should listen to the fast story together. During this time it is considered necessary to light a lamp in front of Kanha ji and offer prasad. After the story, devotees welcome Shri Krishna’s birth anniversary with hymns like “Nanda Ke Anand Bhayo”.
Religious message to story
Sri Krishna’s birth story gives not only a religious story, but also a big message of life. It teaches us that no matter how powerful unrighteousness and injustice is, in the end, religion and truth win. Listening to the story not only brings spiritual peace but also creates an atmosphere of solidarity and happiness in the family.
