What is the story of Krishna?

Krishna Janmashtami 2019: According to the tale, Krishna was born in the Yadava clan of Mathura to Queen Devaki and her husband, King Vasudeva. Krishna is the god of love, tenderness and compassion. Hindu mythology portrays him as a prankster, a gentle lover, a universal supreme being and child-like God.

Can you tell the story of Krishna?

Krishna was born as the eighth son to Devaki and Vasudeva. The night Krishna was born, a divine voice directed Vasudeva to smuggle the new born out of the prison and take him to his friend’s house in Gokul and exchange his son with his friend’s new born girl.

How was Lord Krishna in his childhood?

When Krishna was an infant, Yashoda had taken him to a village festival. After everyone had their afternoon meal, Yashoda left Krishna to sleep under a bullock cart. After a while, Krishna woke up to the noise of music. All the villagers were dancing and so Krishna also started dancing to the beats.

When was the story of Krishna written?

History and Background Lord Krishna is also described as an important figure in the Bhagavata Purana. This is another Hindu epic book that dates to the 10th century B.C. In the text, Lord Krishna is described as the charioteer for the warrior Arjuna who had guided him morally and gave military counsel to the leader.

Why did Krishna marry 16000 wives?

Their number is mentioned as 16,000 or 16,100 in different scriptures. Krishna accepted them as his wives upon their insistence to save themselves from the society who saw them as slaves of the demon king Narakasura. The chief amongst them is sometimes called Rohini.

Why Rukmini is not Worshipped?

Laxmi’s incarnation as Rukmini was supposed to be a silent supporter – very important but less conspicuous. And this was by their own design, their own strategy, and their master plan. There’s no bias between Radha and Rukmini as why one is only worshipped with Krishna.

Who love Krishna most?

Rukmini
The Bhagavata Purana narrates that Rukmini once heard about Krishna and his heroic deeds such as slaying the tyrant king Kamsa and opposing the evil king Jarasandha. She fell in love with him and desired to marry him.

Are there any good stories about Lord Krishna?

There are several mythological stories pertaining to Krishna’s life. Some are lovable, some funny, while some reflect his courage and love for his people. If your children like stories, then the stories about Krishna will enthrall them endlessly.

Which is the first book of Krishna Prabhupada?

Srila Prabhupada’s original ISKCON Press 1970 KRSNA Book. KRSNA, the Supreme Personality of Godhead is the story of Krishna’s life.

Which is the first book of Hare Krishna?

Prabhupada’s original 1970 KRSNA Book. KRSNA, the Supreme Personality of Godhead is the story of Krishna’s life in Vrindavan with the gopis and cowherd boys The first Hare Krishna cookbook from 1972. It contains the recipes used by ISKCON cooks for both the devotees daily prasadam and for the Sunday Love Feast

How is Lord Krishna related to Lord Vishnu?

As per Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He was born in prison and raised by his foster parents. There are several mythological stories pertaining to Krishna’s life. Some are lovable, some funny, while some reflect his courage and love for his people.