Shri Krishna
Birth Place: Mathura
Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, represents love, wisdom, and righteousness. Born in Mathura, he spent his childhood in Gokul and Vrindavan performing divine leelas. In the Mahabharata, he guided Arjuna through the Bhagavad Gita, teaching dharma. Known as Murli Manohar and Gopal, he is deeply loved and worshipped by devotees.
Basic Information
God Name
Shri Krishna
Avatar of
Shri Vishnu
God Gender
Male
Birth Place
Mathura
Category
God
Weapon
Sudarshan Chakra, Gada
Vahan
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Favorite Color
Yellow, Blue
Favorite Food
Milk, Butter
Day
wednesday
Tithi
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Suggested Seva
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Alternate Names
Gopal, Kanha, Murli Manohar
Avatars & Forms
Shri Jagannath
About
Lord Krishna is one of the most beloved and worshipped deities in Hinduism. He is considered the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu and was born in Mathura to Devaki and Vasudeva. His early life was spent in Gokul and Vrindavan, where he performed many divine acts, such as subduing the serpent Kaliya and lifting the Govardhan Hill.Krishna plays a central role in the Mahabharata. He supported the Pandavas and served as the charioteer of Arjuna during the Kurukshetra war. During this time, he delivered the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, explaining profound concepts of life, duty, devotion, and knowledge.Krishna’s personality embodies love, compassion, and joy. He is known as the flute-playing deity, beloved of the Gopis and companion of Radha. Devotion to Krishna brings peace, happiness, and liberation. Janmashtami, his birth festival, is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm.
Festivals & Occasions
Krishna Janmashtami
Shravana month, Krishna Paksha, Ashtami
Family Members
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