Unveiling the Grandeur of Goverdhan Puja: A Hindu Festival

"Goverdhan Puja, also known as Annakut Puja, is a significant Hindu festival celebrated across India, commemorating Lord Krishna's victory over Indra by lifting the Goverdhan Hill to protect villagers from heavy rains. The festival involves creating a mound symbolizing Mount Goverdhan, preparing a large variety of vegetarian food, and participating in processions, bhajans, and storytelling, with grand celebrations in Mathura and Vrindavan."

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Goverdhan Puja Significance Goverdhan Puja, also known as Annakut Puja, is a Hindu festival that is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. It is a day to worship Lord Krishna, who lifted the Goverdhan Hill to provide the villagers of Vrindavan shelter from torrential rains. The day is to acknowledge the importance of nature and to thank God for his blessings. History The history of Goverdhan Puja is associated with Lord Krishna. According to the Bhagavata Purana, Lord Krishna saw the villagers of Vrindavan preparing for a lavish festival to appease Lord Indra, the God of rain and thunder. Krishna, to teach them a lesson about duty and devotion, convinced them to worship Mount Govardhan instead. When Indra saw this, he sent down torrential rains. Krishna then lifted Mount Govardhan, providing shelter to the villagers from the rain. This act made people realize that it's not the Gods but their duties and responsibilities that should be their priority. How to Celebrate Goverdhan Puja is celebrated by preparing a variety of vegetarian dishes which are offered to Lord Krishna. An idol of Govardhan is made from cow dung and decorated with flowers. Devotees walk around the idol, singing and dancing. In temples, devotees prepare "Chappan Bhog" which is a spread of 56 dishes, offered to God. After the prayers, these dishes are distributed among the devotees. How to Send Wishes Wishing someone on Goverdhan Puja can be done through messages, emails, or cards. Here is an example: "May this special day of Goverdhan Puja bring you success, wealth and love. May lord Krishna bless you and your family. Happy Goverdhan Puja!"