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Why does Krishna cross legged?
Krishna says in the Gita: “People do not know my true nature. Krishna always stands with one foot firmly on the ground, the other foot crossed over, as though it is touching, but not really touching. It is elsewhere. That is called the ‘tribhangy’ pose, implying perfect balance.
How many holes does Krishna flute have?
eight holes
The flute is bamboo reed with eight holes specially carved from the main opening to the end. The player blows through the top hole and controls the other seven holes as he brings out the songs of his heart. He expresses irresistible joy on his reed.
What is the Colour of Krishna?
Reason why Lord Krishna is depicted in blue: Lord Krishna is the incarnation of Lord Vishnu and his blue colour is emblematic of internal strength, the calmness and serenity.
What food does Krishna like?
Here are some traditional sweets that are an intrinsic part of Janmashtami celebrations:
- Peda. Peda is one of the most popular offerings to Lord Krishna.
- Charnamrit/panchamrit. Charnamrit or panchamrit is a sweet and milky concoction of ‘5 foods’, hence the name panchamrit.
- Dhaniya Panjiri.
- Kheer.
How did Krishna attract everyone with his flute notes?
However, one of the spectacular personalities of lord Krishna was his ability of attracting everyone to his flute notes. Perhaps, it is said that due to society barriers, he talked to his dearest companion through the flute tunes, well understood and perceived by his companion ‘Radha’.
Why does Krishna stand on a cow?
Attachment of Krishna with cows symbolizes the dedication of Krishna towards Laxmi because cow is also the form of Laxmi according to Hinduism. Why does Krishna stand making his legs crossed? Krishna was mostly depicted in idols and photos with crossed legs. It gives us a hint that he was a great social reformer.
Why did the Maidens of Vraja love Krishna so much?
All the maidens of vraja neither had shame nor fear and were totally intoxicated to the divine music of lord melodious tone. This love of the maidens towards Krishna was a divine love, union of two souls and similar to merging of jivatma (Soul) to parmatma( supreme soul) .
Why did Krishna have a crown on his head?
Krishna was seen in pictures and idols decorated with crown. Whatever reason there is, but the philosophical meaning behind it is that he was not like other common people. He is special. He is God. Besides he was a king of Dwarika if you are talking about big Krishna.