Worship of Giriraj Govardhan hill lifted by Lord Krishna.
About This Festival
Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakuta, is celebrated the day after Diwali. This festival commemorates when Lord Krishna lifted Govardhan Hill on His little finger for seven days to protect the residents of Vraja from Indra's wrath.
Spiritual Significance
- Krishna's lifting of Govardhan Hill
- Protection of devotees
- Importance of worshipping Krishna directly
- Festival of thanksgiving
The Sacred Story
When Krishna saw the Vrajavasis preparing to worship Indra, He advised them to worship Govardhan Hill instead. Angered, Indra sent torrential rains, and Krishna protected everyone by lifting the hill.
How We Celebrate
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Creating Govardhan hill from food2
Annakuta offering (mountain of food)3
Circumambulation of Govardhan replica4
Go-puja (cow worship)
