The Hindus in Pakistan are all set to celebrate Janmashtami marking the birth of Lord Sri Krishna on August 22. Pakistan Hindu Council (PHC) will also hold some celebrations on the festival and illuminate Hindu temples.
According to one estimate,more than 7 mln Hindus are currently living in the different parts of the country, but majority of Hindus live in the province of Sindh, said Dr. Ramesh Kumar Vankwani of PHC. Special Pujas will be held in Sri Krishna Temples spread around the world and millions of people visit the shrines. Special Pujas and rituals are held at midnight the time of Krishna’s birth while staunch Krishna devotees fast on the day. It is a 24-hour fast.
Sri Krishna is considered as the eighth avatar (incarnation) of Lord Vishnu’s, (one of three major Hindu gods) on earth. He is considered to be the Lord’s most glorious incarnations. It is said that his remembrance with true heart brings extreme joy and pleasure as Sri Krishna himself was a manifestation of joy at all levels and in all walks of life. Since Sri Krishna lived in luxury throughout his life, Sri Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated with pomp and splendor.
Plenty of sweets are made on this day. Among these are laddus, payasam (kheer), etc. In addition, plenty of milk products especially butter, which was Sri Krishna’s favorite childhood food, is given in offerings. A wide variety of fruits are also offered. The life and message of Sri Krishna is the most stirring saga of one of the greatest savior.
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