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The life history of Krishna, one of the most revered and multifaceted figures in Hinduism, is outlined in various Hindu texts, primarily the Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita, and the Puranas. Here's a detailed overview of the major events in his life.  Please watch the video to know the details.     #HappyJanmasthami #LordKrishna #LordKrishnaLifeStory                 ~HT.178~PR.154~ED.155~

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00:00 Janmashtami 2023 is scheduled to be celebrated on both 6th and 7th September in India.

00:08 It is important to note that while the main Janmashtami festivities will take place on

00:12 Wednesday, 6th September, the Dahi Haandi celebrations are set to be held on Thursday,

00:18 7th September across the country.

00:20 You should start preparing for the festival if you are a devotee of Lord Krishna.

00:25 One should also know the significance and history of Lord Krishna and his life history.

00:30 Worry not, I am going to give you a recap on the life history of Krishna.

00:34 One of the most revered and multifaceted figures in Hinduism is outlined in various Hindu texts,

00:41 primarily the Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita and Puranas.

00:45 Well, here's a detailed overview of the major events in his life.

00:55 Krishna was born in Mathura to King Vasudeva and Queen Devaki.

00:59 His birth took place in a prison cell where his parents were imprisoned by Devaki's brother,

01:04 King Kamsa, due to prophecy that Kamsa would be killed by Devaki's eighth son.

01:13 Following Krishna's birth, there were numerous miraculous occurrences.

01:17 The prison doors opened on its own.

01:19 Vasudeva carried the infant Krishna across the Yamuna river to Gokul, where he was placed

01:24 with foster parents Nanda and Yashoda.

01:29 Krishna's childhood was marked by various playful and mischievous adventures.

01:36 He was known for his love for butter.

01:38 Krishna was also famously known as Makhanchur and his encounters with demons and other supernatural

01:44 events.

01:45 Well, telling you more about adolescence and youth of Lord Krishna.

01:50 Krishna subdued the serpent Kaliya who had polluted the Yamuna river.

01:54 This event highlighted Krishna's divine power.

02:03 Krishna is said to have engaged in the Raslila dance, a divine dance with the gopis, which

02:09 symbolizes his spiritual connection with devotees.

02:17 Krishna lifted the Govardhan hill on his fingertip to protect the villagers of Gokul

02:22 from the wrath of Lord Indra's rainstorm.

02:30 Krishna also played a pivotal role in the Indian epic Mahabharata.

02:34 He served as a charioteer guide and a counsellor to Arjuna, one of the Pandavas' prince during

02:40 the Kurukshetra war.

02:46 In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna imports spiritual wisdom and guidance to Arjuna on the battlefield.

02:52 He explains concepts such as duty, devotion and selfless action.

03:02 Krishna later returned to Mathura, where he confronted and defeated his uncle, King Kamsa.

03:07 This marked the end of Kamsa's opposite rule.

03:15 Krishna established the city of Dwaraka, which became his capital.

03:19 He married Rukmini and had several other queens and consorts.

03:28 Krishna rescued Rukmini, his consort, from an arranged marriage with Shishupala by kidnapping

03:34 her from the marriage ceremony.

03:40 Krishna defeated the demon Narakasura, who had terrorized the world.

03:44 This event is celebrated as the festival of Diwali in some regions.

03:53 After the great war, Krishna returned to Dwaraka.

03:56 He played a vital role in resolving conflicts among the Pandavas and guiding them as they

04:02 prepared for their journey to the mountains symbolizing their departure from the mortal

04:09 world.

04:11 Telling you about Krishna's death, in his later years, while meditating in the forest,

04:16 Krishna was accidentally wounded by a hunter's arrow.

04:19 He then departed from his mortal form, returning to his divine form.

04:24 Krishna's life is rich in allegorical, philosophical and spiritual significance.

04:29 His teachings in the Bhagavad Gita and his diverse roles make him a central figure in

04:34 Hinduism, embodying various aspects of divinity, love, wisdom and cosmic order.

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