Happy Krishna Janmashtami Wallpapers

Allpicts.in – Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Gokulashtami, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is one of India’s most significant religious events, observed with great devotion and enthusiasm. In this article, I would like to share many wallpapers for celebrating Krishna Janmashtami, so you can use them to say Happy Krishna Janmashtami.

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When is Krishna Janmashtami celebrated?
How is Krishna Janmashtami Celebrated?
Where is Krishna Janmashtami Celebrated Grandly?

Happy Krishna Janmasthtami 1080p Wallpaper
Krishna with Flute
Character of Krishna with his Cow
Animated Krishna Wallpaper
Picture of Bal Krishna Eating Makhan
Close-Up Picture of Lord Krishna

When is Krishna Janmashtami celebrated?

Krishna Janmashtami falls on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Bhadrapada, according to the Hindu lunar calendar. This usually corresponds to August or September in the Gregorian calendar. The festival is celebrated at midnight, as it is believed that Krishna was born at this time.

Krishna Janmashtami, the celebration of Lord Krishna’s birth, is observed on varying dates each year based on the Hindu lunar calendar. Below are the dates for Krishna Janmashtami over the next ten years:

2025: Saturday, August 16
2026: Friday, September 4
2027: Wednesday, August 25
2028: Sunday, August 13
2029: Saturday, September
2030: Wednesday, August 21
2031: Sunday, August 10
2032: Saturday, August 28
2033: Wednesday, August 17
2034: Tuesday, September 5

Please note that these dates are based on the Hindu lunar calendar and may vary depending on regional and traditional differences. It’s advisable to consult local calendars or religious authorities for the most accurate information each year.

How is Krishna Janmashtami Celebrated?

The celebration varies across India, but some common traditions include:

Fasting: Devotees observe a day-long fast, which is broken only after midnight when Krishna’s birth is commemorated.
Midnight Puja (Aarti and Bhajans): Temples and homes hold special prayers, kirtans (devotional songs), and aarti (ritual of light).
Decorations and Jhankis (Tableaus): Homes and temples are decorated with flowers, lights, and idols of Baby Krishna in cradles.
Ras Leela and Dramas: In places like Mathura and Vrindavan (Krishna’s birthplace and childhood home), enactments of Krishna’s life are performed.
Dahi Handi: In Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai, young men form human pyramids to break a clay pot filled with curd, symbolizing Krishna’s childhood pranks.
Offering Prasadam: Devotees prepare and offer sweets like Makhan-Mishri (butter and sugar), Panjiri, and Kheer to Krishna.

Where is Krishna Janmashtami Celebrated Grandly?

Mathura & Vrindavan (Uttar Pradesh) – The birthplace of Krishna, where celebrations last for days.
Dwarka (Gujarat) – Home to the famous Dwarkadhish Temple.
Puri (Odisha) – The Jagannath Temple hosts grand festivities.
Mumbai & Pune (Maharashtra) – Famous for Dahi Handi events.
ISKCON Temples Worldwide – The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) celebrates Janmashtami with grandeur in many countries.

Happy Krishna Janmasthtami 1080p Wallpaper

This is our latest collection of Happy Krishna Janmashtami Images in high resolution, 1920×1080 pixels or 1080p resolution. Designed in simple style with a picture of Lord Krishna and his flute, this image is perfect for saying “Happy Janmashtami” this year.

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Krishna with Flute

People celebrate Krishna Janmashtami with the image of Lord Krishna playing his flute because the flute symbolizes Krishna’s divine love, charm, and his role as a spiritual guide. Krishna’s flute represents unconditional love and devotion. It is said that when he played the flute, the gopis (cowherd women) of Vrindavan were mesmerized and drawn toward him, symbolizing the soul’s attraction to the divine.

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Character of Krishna with his Cow

This is another picture of Lord Krishna character in cartoon mode. He uses his flute while playing with his cow. Krishna is called Muralidhara (one who holds the flute) because his flute playing brings joy and peace to all living beings. The flute is considered a hollow instrument, signifying how one must empty themselves of ego and desires to allow divine energy to flow through them.

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Animated Krishna Wallpaper

This is an animated wallpaper of Lord Krishna with his flute. Feel free to download and use this wallpaper for celebrating Krishna Janmashtami. In Hindu philosophy, Krishna’s flute is believed to carry the sound of the universe (Nada Brahma). It is said that his flute music enchants even nature, making rivers stop, animals listen, and birds sing.

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Picture of Bal Krishna Eating Makhan

This is an animated picture of Bal Krishna eating Makhan. Makhan also known as white butter and really tastes great with parathas is a popular food for Krishna, So, this picture is a perfect background for designing a Happy Janmashtami Krishna background or card. Janmashtami Krishna is a special Hindu religious celebration for their God – Lord Krishna’s appearance or birthday.

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Close-Up Picture of Lord Krishna

Celebrate Krishna Janmashtami using this image—a close-up photo of Lord Krishna in a dark color. There is a blue color text of “Happy Janmashtami,” this blue color is similar to the color of Lord Krishna’s face. This image has a high resolution with 1920×1080 pixels. This resolution is also popular as Full HD or 1080p resolution.

On this website, I collect a lot of Janmashtami images in various designs and styles. So, I recommend you to visit the gallery below to get more images for celebrating Janmashtami.