
Flower
decorations of Krishna Janmashtami by the Priests of
Omkarananda-Kamakshi-Devi Mandir |
The birthday of Shri Krishna, the beloved Avatara of Lord
Vishnu, was celebrated in a simple but most devotional way in
Omkarananda Ashram Himalayas.
A beautiful 'Jhanki', a special Altar with a Murti of
Gopala-Krishna in a swinging cradle, had been established by the
Priests of Omkarananda Ashram Himalayas, at the Yajnashala of
Omkarananda-Kamakshi-Devi Mandir. This Altar was ornamented in a
traditional way with flower-decorations and shining deepas.
Special hour-long prayers were conducted by the Priests,
interspersed with joyous Bhajans in praise of Lord Krishna.
After the evening Arati for Omkarananda-Kamakshi-Devi a devotional
dance-performance took place in the Temple- Hall by Kumari
Somashekhari and her students Neha, Pinky and Prachi.

Krishna-Gopala in the craddle |
Most of the dances were specially choreographed by Kumari
Somashekhari.
All dances were dedicated to Lord Krishna and found great
appreciation from the audience.
After the dance-performances were completed, Shri Swami
Vishveshwarananda, President of Omkarananda Ashram Himalayas,
addressed all devotees with an inspiring speech on Krishna
Janmashtami and the importance of a spiritual life.
He thanked and honoured everybody, who had worked hard in
contributing to make this Celebration a great success - the
Priests, the Artists and also the Ashram-workers, who had rendered
their help.
Then everybody proceeded to the special Altar of Gopala-Krishna,
where Arati was performed.
After the Arati everybody could enjoy a special Prasadam.
The Chief Priest of Omkarananda-Kamakshi-Devi Mandir, Shri Suresh
Shastriji, had observed, that during the devotional
dance-performance on this occasion, suddenly a light, soft rain
started and it stopped again during the last Arati, before
Prasad-Distribution. It was seen as a sign, that the Divine was
pleased and had showered special Blessings. OM.

Bhajan and Kirtan for Lord Krishna |

Swami Vishveshwarananda welcomes the
Devotees |

Krishna Dance by Pinky, Prachi and
Neha |
 Kumari
Somashekhari with her students |
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