How can I fast for Lord Krishna?

Shri Krishna Janmashtami Vrat Rules
  1. Rise early and take a bath.
  2. Wear fresh/clean clothes.
  3. Offer your prayers to the Sun God and other deities facing East.
  4. Do Sankalpa (take a pledge that you will sincerely keep the vrat).
  5. Keep chanting the name of Shri Krishna (naam japa).
  6. Maintain celibacy.
  7. Donate food to the needy.
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Which day should I fast for Lord Krishna?

About Fasting on Wednesday dedicated to Lord Vitthal (Lord Krishna) The Wednesday fasts are dedicated to the worshipping of Lord Vithal (an incarnation of Lord Krishna) and the planet Mercury (Budh; in hindi). Krishna is believed to fulfill all the wishes of his devotees.
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How can I call Lord Krishna?

The ideal time to chant Krishna mantra is Brahma Muhurat between 4 am and 6 am. Take bath early in the morning. Take bath and sit in front of a picture of Lord Krishna. Chant the chosen mantra in multiples of 108 times keeping count with a Tulsi mala.
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Why do people fast for Krishna?

Religion says fasting to avoid laziness in devotion

According to Pt. Manish Sharma, Jyotishacharya of Ujjain, there is a tradition of devotion, chanting and worshiping Shri Krishna throughout the day on Janmashtami. Eating food increases laziness, physical effort is required to digest food.
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How do I pray to Lord Krishna?

Take more water and say "Om anantaya namaha" and drink. Last mantra "Om Govindaya namaha" and drink, then put water on both hands and dry them. Apply sandalwood paste on Lord Krishna's idol. Begin chanting the prayer shubham karoti kalyanam and light the diya.
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Wednesday Fasting - Importance, Procedure



Which day of week is for Lord Krishna?

People also give alms on the day. Budhvar, Wednesday, is dedicated to Lord Krishna and the planet Budh or Mercury. The day is also associated with Lord Vithal, an incarnation of Krishna. In some regions, Lord Vishnu is worshiped.
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Can anyone pray to Krishna?

Though a devotee can worship his/her deity on any day and at any time, Wednesdays are considered auspicious for Krishna worshippers.
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What can we eat in Wednesday fast?

Green color is very important in Wednesday's worship, donate fruits, flowers and clothes of this color on this day. It is forbidden to eat salt on Wednesday fast. Eat food at the same time and eat curd, moong dal pudding or anything made from green stuff.
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What can we eat during Wednesday fast?

After fasting the whole day, in the evening, once again Lord Budh is worshiped and Vrat Katha is heard. Then the Aarti should be performed. After sunset, Lord should be offered incense sticks, Deep, jaggery, Bhat (boiled rice), curd and then, Prasaad is distributed. At last the Prasadam is self eaten.
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How can I do Thursday fast?

You can start keeping the fast on any Thursdays except for the month of Paush. It can be started on first Thursday of Shukla Paksha of any month. The fast is observed for 16 Thursdays and can be kept for a period of 3 years. You will require gram lentils, jaggery, turmeric, little banana and a photo of Lord Vishnu.
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Which mantra is for Krishna?

Om Sri Krishnah sharanam namah: This chant is a call to the beloved Lord Krishna where you pray to him to take you under his shelter, surrendering yourself to him with utmost devotion. This mantra is said to take away all the grief and miseries from your life and mind, giving you peace.
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Does Lord Krishna fulfill wishes?

Krishna granted him his wish and restored the boy to life. But while the Lord fulfilled his preceptor's wishes, it doesn't speak highly of the teacher who sought of the Lord something so worldly as his son's life. Here was Lord Krishna, capable of giving him moksha.
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What language did Krishna speak?

Originally Answered: Which language did Krishna speak? Sanskrit! It's God's language. All Vedic scriptures are mostly written in Sanskrit.
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Which vrat is more powerful?

Sankashti Chaturthi vrat and puja are described in the Bavishyat Purana and Narasimha Purana. Lord Krishna narrated the efficacy of Sankashti Chaturthi to Yudhishtira.
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How do you do a Sunday fast?

How To Keep A Sunday Fast
  1. Begin the day with an early morning bath and offer water while worshipping.
  2. The colour of Sun god is red so make sure the idol is as well in red.
  3. Decorate the idol with a red lotus.
  4. Offer sandalwood paste, incense, specially prepared dishes and wheat grains during the pooja.
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What can be eaten in Janmashtami fast?

7 healthy snacks and drinks you can enjoy during Janmashtami fasting:
  • 1) Sabudana. Sabudana is one of the best ingredients you can use during a fast. ...
  • 2) Samak or Barnyard Millet. ...
  • 3) Makhana. ...
  • 4) Amaranth. ...
  • 5) Coconut. ...
  • 6) Lassi. ...
  • 7) Coconut Water.
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Did Krishna fast?

This fast is named Govind Dwadashi, this fast was glorified by Lord Shri Krishna himself. Therefore, the great importance of this fast has been told in the scriptures. This fast is supposed to give the healer of human life and fulfill all wishes.
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Which fast is kept for husband?

In Hinduism, the Vat Savitri fast holds special significance. It is done on the day of Jyeshtha Amavasya for the happy and long lives of husbands. The Vat tree is also worshipped on this day. The Sawan Somwar fast is considered one of the most important fasts in the Hindu religion.
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How do I start Wednesday fast?

Begin from first Wednesday of Shukla Paksha of any month and keep it continuously for 21 Wednesdays. Wear green clothes after a bath in the morning and worship Lord Bhud (mercury) and then read the Vishnu Sahastrnaam. You must wake up before sunrise and then clean your house.
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Can we drink tea in Wednesday fast?

During fasting our body goes on a detoxification mode, therefore, it is advised to avoid processed, sugary drinks during that time. If you have abstained yourself from any kind of solid foods during fasting then coffee and tea can cause discomfort to your health.
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How do you keep vrat?

Rise early, preferably during Brahma Muhurat (two hours before sunrise). Bathe and wear clean clothes. Dhyana (meditate) and then do Sankalpa (align your thoughts with the divine occasion and take a pledge that you would observe the vrat sincerely). Maintain celibacy as you observe the vrat.
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Why do we fast on Tuesday?

It is said that keeping the fast on Tuesday, the Mars planet of Kundalini is auspicious. Along with this, the astrologers believe that keeping the fast on Tuesday, Lord Hanuman's grace remains and happiness comes in the house.
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Which flower does Lord Krishna likes?

Tulsi - Lord Krishna

Krishna loves Tulsi. Offering Tulsi flower or leaves for worshipping Krishna is mandatory. It is also important to add it in any kind of prasad offered to Vasudev.
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How can I write a letter to Lord Krishna?

Answer :
  1. Dear Krishna, Thanks for your blessings on me and my family. I'm glad to inform you that we all wants to enjoy this holi puja with you. ...
  2. Lots of love! Your Friend.
  3. Radha ( Your good name here )
  4. NOTE : This is imaginary letter. Therefore, it can be both formal and informal. #answerwithquality & #BAL.
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Do Krishna chooses his devotees?

No, he doesn't choose his devotees as such. His love is beyond measurement, hence it is for all. Anyone can become his devotee.
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