Shri Krishna Janmashtami 2025 on August 16: Puja timings, vidhi, rituals, mantras, aarti and more

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Shri Krishna Janmashtami 2025: This year, both householders and Vaishnav devotees will observe Shri Krishna Janmashtami on the same day, Saturday, 16 August 2025. According to the Hindu Panchang, the Ashtami Tithi will begin at 11:49 PM on 15 August and will end at 9:34 PM on 16 August. The Krittika Nakshatra will start at 6:07 AM on 16 August and will continue until 4:38 AM on 17 August, after which Rohini Nakshatra will begin. The moonrise will occur at 11:32 PM on Saturday.
Temples, monasteries, and homes will celebrate the festival on 16 August during the Jayanti Yoga. As per the Smarta tradition, Janmashtami is celebrated during Ashtami with moonrise. Vaishnav devotees, on the other hand, follow the tradition of celebrating it during the Rohini Nakshatra at sunrise. This year, both traditions align, so the fast will be observed on the same day.
Auspicious Puja Timings
Nishita Puja Time - 12:04 AM to 12:47 AM, 17 August
Duration - 43 minutes
Paran (Fast-breaking) Time - After 5:51 AM on 17 August
Step-by-Step Krishna Janmashtami Puja Vidhi
Wake up early, take a bath, and wear clean clothes.
Clean and decorate your home temple.
Light a lamp in the temple.
Perform Jalabhishek (water offering) for all deities.
On this day, worship Lord Krishna in his child form - Laddu Gopal.
Bathe Laddu Gopal with holy water.
Place Laddu Gopal in a decorated cradle and gently swing it.
Offer Satvik food (pure vegetarian) to Laddu Gopal.
Serve Laddu Gopal with devotion, as if serving your own child.
Night worship is considered highly auspicious, as Lord Krishna was born at midnight.
Offer mishri (sugar candy) and dry fruits to the deity.
Perform the Aarti of Laddu Gopal with full devotion.
Keep Lord Krishna in your thoughts throughout the day.
Alongside Krishna, also worship the sacred cow, keeping an idol of a cow beside Krishna's idol.
Krishna Janmashtami Mantra
"Krishnaya Vasudevaya Haraye Paramatmane,
Pranatah Klesha Nashaya Govindaya Namo Namah."
This mantra is believed to remove sorrows and bring peace and prosperity.
Krishna Stuti (Hymn)
Devotees often recite verses praising Lord Krishna, describing his divine beauty, victories over demons, and his love for devotees. Chanting these shlokas is believed to bring spiritual blessings and protection from negativity.
Namo Vishwaswaroopaaya Vishwasthityantahetave।
Vishweshwaraaya Vishwaaya Govindaaya Namo Namah॥1॥
Namo Vigyaanaroopaaya Paramaanandaroopine।
Krishnaaya Gopinaathaaya Govindaaya Namo Namah॥2॥
Namah Kamalanetraaya Namah Kamalamaaline।
Namah Kamalanaabhaaya Kamalaapataye Namah॥3॥
Barhapeedabhiramaaya Ramaayaakunthamedhase।
Ramaamanasahansaaya Govindaaya Namo Namah॥4॥
Kansavashavinaashaaya Keshichaanooraghaatine।
Kaalindekoolaleelaaya Lolakundaldhaarine॥5॥
Vrishabhadhwaja-vandyaaya Paarthasaarathaye Namah।
Venuvaadanasheelaya Gopaalaayaahimardine॥6॥
Ballaveevadanaambhojamaline Nrityashaalaine।
Namah Pranatapaalaaya Shreekrishnaaya Namo Namah॥7॥
Namah Paapapranaashaaya Govardhanadharaaya Cha।
Pootanaajeevitaantaaya Trinaavartaasuhaarine॥8॥
Nishkalaaya Vimohaaya Shuddhaayaashuddhavairine।
Advitiyaaya Mahate Shreekrishnaaya Namo Namah॥9॥
Praseeda Paramaananda Praseeda Parameshwara।
Aadhi-vyaadhi-bhujangena Dashta Maamuddhara Prabho॥10॥
Shreekrishna Rukminikaanta Gopijana-manohara।
Sansaara-saagare Magnam Maamuddhara Jagadguro॥11॥
Keshava Kleshahharana Naaraayana Janaardana।
Govinda Paramaananda Maam Samuddhara Maadhava॥12॥
॥ Ityaatharvane Gopala-taapinyupanishadantargata Gopalastuti Samaapt॥
Aarti Shri Krishna Bhagwan (Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki)
The "Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki" is traditionally sung during Janmashtami celebrations. It beautifully describes the appearance of Lord Krishna, his charming smile, melodious flute, and playful nature in Vrindavan. Singing this aarti at midnight enhances the spiritual atmosphere and fills hearts with devotion.
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Gale Mein Baijanti Maala,
Bajave Murali Madhur Baala।
Shravan Mein Kundal Jhalakaala,
Nand Ke Aanand Nandlala॥
Gagan Sam Ang Kaanti Kaali,
Radhika Chamak Rahi Aali।
Latan Mein Thaade Banmaali,
Bhramar Si Alak,
Kasturi Tilak,
Chandra Si Jhalak,
Lalit Chhavi Shyaama Pyaari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
॥ Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki...॥
Kanakmay Mor Mukut Bilasai,
Devta Darshan Ko Tarasai।
Gagan So Suman Raasi Barasai,
Baje Murchang,
Madhur Mridang,
Gwalin Sang,
Atul Rati Gop Kumaari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
॥ Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki...॥
Jahan Te Prakat Bhai Ganga,
Sakal Man Haarini Shri Ganga।
Smaran Te Hot Moh Bhanga,
Basi Shiv Sees,
Jata Ke Beech,
Harai Agh Keech,
Charan Chhavi Shree Banwari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
॥ Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki...॥
Chamakti Ujjwal Tat Renu,
Baj Rahi Vrindavan Benu।
Chahun Disi Gopi Gwaal Dhenu,
Hansat Mridu Mand,
Chandani Chand,
Katat Bhav Phand,
Ter Sun Deen Dukhaari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
॥ Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki...॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki,
Shri Giridhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Significance of Krishna Janmashtami
Krishna Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu, who came to earth to restore Dharma and protect the righteous. The day symbolises the victory of good over evil, love, compassion, and devotion.
Fasting, chanting, and night-long celebrations with bhajans, dance, and drama performances depicting Krishna's life are an integral part of this festival.
On Janmashtami, may Krishna's blessings purify your soul and lead you to spiritual enlightenment.
May the auspicious festival of Janmashtami bring you closer to Krishna's divine grace and fill your life with happiness, harmony, and spiritual fulfillment.
Happy Krishna Janmashtami wishes, messages and quotes to share
Wishing you a blessed Janmashtami where your life blooms with devotion, love, and unwavering faith in Kanha.
Krishna Janmashtami is almost here — get ready for love, laughter, and devotion.
On this sacred day, may Krishna's teachings inspire you to live a life of compassion and kindness.
"It is better to perform one's own duties imperfectly than to master the duties of another. By fulfilling the obligations he is born with, a person never comes to grief." - Bhagavad Gita - Lord Krishna.
Wherever there is Krishna, the master of all mystics, and wherever there is Arjuna, the supreme archer, there will certainly be opulence, victory, extraordinary power, and morality.'
Wishing you the bliss of surrender that comes with true devotion to Krishna.
"Janmashtami is not just the celebration of Krishna's birth, but the rebirth of love, truth, and devotion within us."
On Janmashtami, let us reflect on Krishna's teachings and strive to embody His virtues of compassion and righteousness.
Let your faith in Krishna be unshakable, bringing you strength in difficult times and joy in good.
May the light of Mathura's temples shine upon your life forever.
Let love be your prayer and kindness your temple.
May the auspicious festival of Janmashtami bring you closer to Krishna's divine grace and fill your life with happiness, harmony, and spiritual fulfillment.
May Murli Manohar bestow you with good health and prosperity. May you always find peace and harmony. Happy Janmashtami!
Krishna's message in the Gita reminds us - we are born for a purpose, find it and live it with love.
Krishna's flute symbolises His call to the devotees, inviting them to immerse themselves in the bliss of divine love.
Wishing you a Janmashtami filled with devotion, vibrant celebrations, and cherished moments with family and friends.
On this sacred night, let Krishna's flute guide your heart towards forgiveness, gratitude, and inner peace.
Wishing you and your family a joyful Janmashtami, filled with Krishna's divine presence and the blessings of His eternal love.
On this Janmashtami, may your soul dance forever in the circle of divine love.
(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)
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