What is the story behind Banke Bihari?

Once Swami Haridas sang a verse in Nidhivan in Vrindavan for his disciples. While he was singing, Lord Krishna along with Radha appeared in front of him. That was the time when Haridas asked the celestial couple to merge. On his request, both Radha and Krishna merged together to form the idol of Banke Bihari.

What is the story behind Banke Bihari temple?

History. Bankey Bihari Temple was established by Swami Haridas (Lalita Sakhi in Dvapara Yuga), a guru of the famous singer Tansen. Once at the request of his disciples Swami Haridasji sang the following verse in Nidhivan, Vrindavan "Mai ri Sahaj Jori pragat Bhai Ju rang ki gaur Syam ghan damini jaisen.

Why is Krishna called Banke Bihari?

In the phrase Banke Bihari, the term 'Banke' suggests 'bent at three places' and 'Bihari refers 'the Supreme enjoyer'. Krishna is regarded as the Supreme Enjoyer as he knew how to find rasa in every aspect of life.

Who is Banke Bihari wife?

Shri Banke Bihari Mandir

Swami Haridas ji was born to Shri Ashudhir, wife Smt Gangadevi on the day of Radha Ashtami i.e. eighth day of second (bright) fortnight of Bhadrapad month of the year 1535 Vikrami(1478 A.D.) in a small village, now known as Haridaspur.

What happens in Nidhivan at night?

Inside Nidhivan, there is a little temple called Rang Mahal or s hringar-ghar of Radha Rani. According to folklore, Krishna visits here every night and adorn Radha with his own hands. You will see a bed inside and several ornaments and makeup products close to the bed.

श्री बाँके बिहारी वृन्दावन का सम्पूर्ण इतिहास Complete history of Shri Banke Bihari Vrindavan

Why Vrindavan is so famous?

It is a place where people take a bath, rest, and worship. Located on the banks of the river Yamuna, it is central to 25 other ghats and is the main Ghat of Mathura. It is famous because it is believed that Lord Krishna rested here after killing Kansa. A standard Vrindavan trip starts from and ends at Vishram Ghat.

Why did Krishna not marry Radha?

According to another belief, Radha represented Jeevatma while Shri Krishna is the Paramatma. Radha's selfless love was the highest form of devotion. And therefore, she merged into Shri Krishna by surrendering herself. Hence, since she had united with him, there arose no need for marriage.

Who founded Vrindavan?

The temple structure was established by spiritual guru Kripalu Maharaj. The main structure built in marble and figures of Krishna cover the main temple.

Is Rukmini and Radha are same?

Rukmini is also regarded as the incarnation of Radha in Hindu society.In every, incarnation Laxmi has to be the wife of only Krishna.So Radha as Rukmini married Lord Krishna. There are many aspects of the life of Rukmini which absolutely match with the life of Radha.

Why curtains are closed in Banke Bihari temple?

The priests take care of the idol like its a real child. It is believed that the brilliant eyes of the idol will make you unconscious if seen for too long a stretch, so the curtains are closed frequently.

How old is Vrindavan temple?

Shri Radha Vallabh Mandir, Vrindavan

This revered temple which was founded some 450 years ago from the present time is a great place to visit and it holds importance to the people of Vrindavan and Rajasthan.

Did Radha had a child?

Radha's life in Vrindavan took a drastic turn after Krishna left. She was forced by her mother to marry a man. In fact, they had a child together.

Who was Radha in her next birth?

Radha was born as the daughter of Vrishbhanu and his wife Kirti. However, she was not born from the womb of her mother. It is said that only after the birth of the baby girl, did Radha enter the body of this girl. Because of not having born from the womb, Radha is also known as Ayonija.

Who is Radha husband?

Here, Radha is very specifically described as the wife of Krishna. In most of the verses, whenever she is mentioned by name, she is usually seen as a virtuous court lady with utmost beauty and charm. Her husband Krishna is said to be in control of her love.

Who destroyed Mathura temple?

Aurangzeb attacked Mathura and destroyed that Keshavdeva temple in 1670 and built the Shahi Eidgah in its place.

Did Krishna live in Vrindavan?

In short, they continued to live in Vrindavan. There are not many mentions of the couple after Lord Krishna left Vrindavan but there are 4 incidents after the departure of Lord Krishna from Vrindavan where both of them were involved.

Where is Krishna living now?

Vrindavan City, the Living place of lord Krishna. Vrindavan (also spelled as Vrindaban or Brindavan) city is located at Mathura district in the state of Uttar Pradesh about 11 km away from Mathura city close to the Agra-Delhi highway.

What was Radha's curse?

The curse that kept Radha Krishna separated despite their true love is mention in Brahma-vaivarta Purana. The main reason behind this curse is the quarrel between Sridama and Radha. One time, in a rasa-mandala in a secluded place in a great forest in Goloka, Lord Krishna enjoyed pastimes with Sri Radha.

Is Radha real?

Unlike her paramour, Krishna, who may once have been a human hero elevated to divinity through legends, Radha is decidedly fictional.

How Krishna is related to Vrindavan?

Vrindavan was where Krishna was born, lived his precocious childhood, and grew into the attractive and intoxicating youth who would lure young maidens into the forest to participate in his divine play and circle dance.

How many years Krishna lived in Vrindavan?

Krishna lived on this earth for 125 years. At the age of 11 he left vrindavan and killed kansa, then he went to gurukul to complete his studies.

Why did Krishna leave Vrindavan?

Lord Krishna has to leave the Vrindavan because he had to kill Kans and he was the son of Devki and Vasudev. As his motive was to spread dharma every where so he had to move from his place.

Is Radha elder than Krishna?

Radha was 5 years older.

In some Puranas, Radharani is said to be 5 years older than Shri Krishna.

Is Lord Krishna family still alive?

End of the Vrishnis

These things in due time came to pass. A madness seized the people of Dwaraka so that they fell upon one another and were slain, together with all sons and grandsons of Krishna. Only the women and Krishna and Balarama remained alive.