Janmashtami 2022: Happy Krishna Janmashtami! On the auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, devotees of Lord Krishna celebrate his birth by engaging in colorful festivities. This festival in India is another colorful sight to witness as people are full of enthusiasm. Echoes of the chanting of his name can be heard in various magnificently decorated temples. Multiple rituals are also performed dedicated to him. As in Mumbai, the annual game of Dahinhandi is played with enthusiasm.Also Read – Krishna Janmashtami 2022 Live Streaming: Watch Online Celebrations from ISKCON, Dwarkadhish Temples
Considered to be the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Krishna was born in Mathura to Devika and Vasudeva. According to prophecy, he was born to kill his evil maternal uncle Kansa.
The celebration of his birth has always revolved around the idea of joy. If we look at the stories associated with them, one can find various lessons from their ways with the world. Also known as the butter thief, it is believed that Krishna lived a life full of zeal.
On this Janmashtami let us look at some simple life lessons from his life.
Changing with the tide of time
The world is a dynamic place that is constantly changing. The fact that keeping up with the tide of change is the way of the world is nothing new. If we consider Lord Krishna’s teachings, we can understand that long before the world became what it is today, he encouraged it to keep changing with time.
Striking the right balance between idealism and materialism requires being flexible enough to adjust to new things – to benefit the greater good of society.
Keep the inner child alive
The mischievous butter thief is known for his little pranks, usually harmless, that often get him into trouble but have an overall happy ending for the world around him. During his childhood he usually did some mischief but within limits. As he grew up, Lord Krishna is shown to have wit, a sense of humor and enjoying the small things in life.
In today’s time when the world is surrounded by problems at every turn, finding the little joys in life becomes more important than ever. To keep the inner child alive, it is worth engaging in healthy recreational activities.
Respect all relationships
The always important thing from Lord Krishna’s life is that no one is big or small. Everyone is equal. His friendship with Sudama is the epitome of how relationships should be valued. From a mischievous little boy to a king, Krishna never left his friend when he needed him the most. Sudama came from a poor lower class family during that time and was received with honor in the royal chamber of King Krishna.
Let’s take a minute and reflect on this lesson and find ways to incorporate it into life.
