Significance of Krishna worship
Krishna worship, as described in Vaishnavism and other texts, involves the devotion and reverence directed toward Krishna, who is revered as the Supreme Personality of Godhead. It encompasses acts of service, honoring, and honoring through rituals, prayers, and songs, which are essential for spiritual progress and liberation. This form of worship fosters a personal relationship with Krishna and is emphasized as a vital practice in achieving spiritual enlightenment, particularly during sacred occasions.
Synonyms: Krishna devotion
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Hindu concept of 'Krishna worship'
Krishna worship in Hinduism involves reverently honoring and serving Krishna as the supreme being, fostering personal relationships through rituals, devotion, and remembrance, crucial for spiritual progress and liberation, especially emphasized during specific rites and times.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The act of engaging in devotional service and rituals aimed at honoring and revering Lord Krishna.[1] (2) The act of reverently serving and honoring Krishna, a central figure in Hinduism.[2] (3) The act of worshipping Krishna, particularly without any selfish desires.[3] (4) Worship of Krishna is considered essential for attaining spiritual liberation.[4] (5) A practice that involves devotion to Krishna and His associates, which leads to Krishna's pleasure.[5]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The devotional act of honoring Lord Krishna, acknowledging Him as a divine entity.[6] (2) The act of worshiping Krishna, considered the original Supreme Personality of Godhead.[7] (3) The act of revering or honoring Krishna, as expressed in the text.[8]
From: Sri Krishna-Chaitanya
(1) The practice of revering and serving Krishna through songs, prayers, and acts of devotion as expressed by the followers.[9]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The act of reverently honoring Krishna, who is depicted as full of glories and venerated by devatas.[10]
From: The Skanda Purana
(1) Devotional practices focused on worshipping Krishna, which are said to be highly rewarding, especially during the month of Karttika.[11] (2) The practice of devoutly honoring and remembering Krishna, especially emphasized during the morning.[12] (3) The devotion and sacrifices conducted to honor Lord Krishna, which is a part of the king's greater ritual practices.[13] (4) The act of venerating Krishna during the rites of Akshaya Tritiya.[14] (5) The act of devotion and reverence expressed towards Krishna, especially during the rituals held in Dvaraka.[15]
From: The Bhagavata Purana
(1) The act of reverently honoring and submitting to Krishna as the supreme being, fostering a personal relationship with divinity.[16] (2) Devotion to Lord Krishna as the Supreme Divine, embodying ultimate bliss and enlightenment, central to the teachings.[17]
From: The Padma Purana
(1) The act of reverence and devotion directed towards Lord Krishna, which includes rituals and offerings during sacred occasions.[18]
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) The central practice within the Vallabha tradition, focusing on devotion and love for Krishna.[19]