Janmashtami 2024: Janmashtami day is a very special day for Krishna devotees. On this day, Lord Krishna was born in Mathura as the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu for the destruction of unrighteousness and establishment of righteousness. Lord Shri Krishna was born in Rohini Nakshatra at midnight on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Therefore, in Nishita Muhurta, Laddu Gopal, the child form of Lord Shri Krishna, is duly worshiped and on this auspicious occasion, Bal Gopal is also bathed with Panchamrit. On this day, there is a special custom of bathing Bal Gopal with Panchamrit. Let us know the auspicious time of Nishita Kaal puja on Janmashtami and the method of taking Panchamrit bath…
Nishita Kaal Puja Muhurta on Krishna Janmashtami: On the day of Janmashtami, Krishna’s birth anniversary is celebrated during Nishita period and his child form is worshipped. The midnight of 26th August from 12:01 PM to 12:45 PM is becoming the auspicious time for Nishita Kaal Puja. Krishna devotees can celebrate the birth anniversary of Kanha in this best time of 45 minutes.
How to give Panchamrit bath to Laddu Gopal?
On the day of Janmashtami, establish a small post in the north-east corner during Nishita period.
Now spread a red or yellow cloth on the stool and keep a clean plate on it.
Now place Laddu Gopal in the center of the plate.
For Panchamrit bath, first bathe Bal Gopal with curd.
After this, slowly bathe Kanha with cow’s milk.
Now bathe Bal Gopal with cow ghee.
Then offer honey on Laddu Gopal.
Finally, get Kanha bathed with Ganga water.
After this, wipe Bal Gopal with a clean cloth.
Dress them up and do gorgeous makeup on them.
There is a religious belief that by doing this all the wishes of the person are fulfilled.
Importance of Panchamrit bath: In astrology, curd is considered a symbol of stability and restraint. Whereas milk is a symbol of purity. Ghee is considered a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. Honey brings sweetness to life. Water is considered a symbol of life and purity.
