Krishna Janmashtami Vrat Rules: Everything you need to know

Krishna Janmashtami Vrat Rules: Devotees of Lord Krishna observe a day-long fast on Krishna Janmashtami (birth anniversary). Fasting is an integral part of Janmashtami celebrations in many parts of the country.

Some devotees start fasting a day before the festival day, while some skip dinner before the Puja performing day. Those who keep a Vrat maintain celibacy until they break their fast on the day after Krishnashtami.

Shri Krishna Janmashtami Vrat Rules

• Wake up early in the morning and have a bath
• Wear clean clothes
• Do Sankalpa (a pledge that you will sincerely keep the Vrat)
• Keep chanting the Shri Krishna name and maintain celibacy
• Don’t smoke or consume alcohol
• On the occasion of Janmashtami, don’t pluck Tulsi leaves from the plant at home

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Janmashtami Vrat – What to eat and not

• You may have milk, fruits, and coconut water
• Don’t consume rice, wheat, and lentils in any form
• Don’t consume Tamasic food like garlic, onions
• Don’t eat meat

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