Krishna Janmashtami 2024: Every year, Janmashtami is celebrated with a lot of pomp across the country. The festival is observed as the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. His teachings guide us through life.
As we gear up to celebrate the special day, here’s what you need to know about the incredible story of Lord Krishna's birth. ALSO READ: Krishna Janmashtami: Interesting facts about Gokulashatami Krishna Janmashtami 2024: The story of Lord Krishna’s birth Krishna Janmashtami falls on the Ashtami tithi of Krishna Paksha on the eighth day of the dark fortnight of the month of Bhadrapad. Lord Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudev – however, he was brought up by Yashoda and Nanda.
Demon King Kansa, the maternal uncle of Lord Krishna, was a tyrant – he once heard a prophecy that said one of Devaki’s children would kill him. Hence, he tried to kill Devaki and her husband. However, due to Vasudev’s pleading, he let Devaki go but imprisoned them in Mathura.
Kansa killed 7 of Devaki and Vasudev's sons. The eighth son was Lord Krishna. When Lord Krishna was born, Vasudev vowed to protect him and carried him through the raging river, Yamuna, to Vrindavan.
After reaching Vrindavan, Vasudev pleaded with Nanda to save Lord Krishna. He was then adopted by Yashoda and Nanda. ALSO READ: Janmashtami: From Dahi Handi to temple decorations, devotees worldwide celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna with joy About Krishna Janmashtami Devotees of Lord Krishna celebrate Krishna Janmashta.