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Janmashtami: Krishna Idols & Tulsi Malas
Explore Krishna idols, pocket temples and Tulsi malas for Janmashtami, with small devotional gifts for the home and family.
25 August 2027
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Lord Radha Krishna Brass Idol
Choose a meaningful piece for your own tradition. Compare the size, material and care on each product page, then add only the essentials your home needs.
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Divine Radha Krishna Pocket temple- Gold & Silver Plated
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Shri Radha Krishna Tulsi Mala Pendant | Blessings of Shri Radha Krishna
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Original Tulsi Japa Mala (108+1 Beads) | 100% Original Tulsi Mala
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Before you order
Prepare for Krishna Janmashtami
Prepare for aarti or japa
Compare your lamp and mala choices by size, material and bead count.
Celebrate together
Bring the songs and offerings your family loves into the evening.
Dates are planning references for India. Tithi, muhurat and temple observances depend on location and tradition. Confirm your city and ceremony date before arranging delivery or booking. Check the calendar for your city
Before you choose.
Does a Krishna idol include clothing, a cradle or accessories?
Only items explicitly listed on the product page are included. Check whether the design is a standing idol, Radha Krishna pair or pocket temple, then arrange any clothing, cradle and fresh offerings separately.
What comes with my order?
Check the product page for what is included with your chosen item. You can add other puja pieces or gifts separately to suit your plans.
Will my order arrive before the festival?
If you need your order by a particular date, contact our team before ordering. We can help you check delivery options for your address.
Can I get help choosing?
Yes. Contact Divine Hindu with the product you like and how you plan to use it. We can help you check the size, material and available options.
A little guidance makes choosing easier.
Talk to Divine Hindu ↗Krishna Janmashtami: Puja Vidhi, Samagri and Krishna Idols
Krishna Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna on the eighth day of the dark half of the lunar month. This page covers the puja at home and helps you choose Krishna idols, pocket temples and Tulsi malas.
- Deity
- Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu
- Observed
- Ashtami of the dark half of Bhadrapada, at midnight
- Common practices
- Fasting, bhajans, a cradle for Bal Gopal, aarti
- Items on this page
- Krishna idols, pocket temples and Tulsi malas
- Date for this year
- Shown at the top of this page
Krishna Janmashtami significance
In Hindu tradition, Lord Krishna is the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. He was born in Mathura in the prison of his uncle Kamsa and carried to Gokul on the night of his birth. Stories of his childhood, his friendships and the Bhagavad Gita are told on this day.
In Maharashtra the day is marked by Dahi Handi, where teams form a human pyramid to break a pot of curd. Customs differ across India.
Krishna Janmashtami puja vidhi at home
The puja vidhi differs from family to family, so follow your own tradition. A common home puja is simple:
- Clean the puja space and place the Krishna idol or image, often in a small cradle.
- Light a lamp and place Tulsi leaves, flowers, butter and sweets before the idol.
- Sing or recite Krishna's names, then perform aarti at midnight.
- Break your fast only as your family custom directs.
Ask your priest or family elders about the details that apply to you.
Puja samagri and mantra
For the Krishna Janmashtami puja samagri, many families gather a lamp, incense, flowers, Tulsi leaves, butter, sweets and fresh fruit. Add anything your tradition calls for. Fresh offerings are arranged separately from the idol you choose.
A widely chanted Krishna Janmashtami mantra is Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya. Others sing the names of Krishna in kirtan. Follow the mantra your family or guru uses.
Choosing a Krishna idol, pocket temple or Tulsi mala
Check whether the design is a standing idol, a Radha Krishna pair or a pocket temple. Only items listed on the product page are included. Arrange any clothing, cradle and fresh offerings separately.
Browse Sacred God Idols and All Frame and Idols, and Jaap Mala for Tulsi malas. Compare your lamp and mala choices by size, material and bead count.
Frequently asked questions
Krishna Janmashtami kab hai?
It falls on Ashtami of the dark half of Bhadrapada (Shravana in the Amanta calendar), so the date follows the lunar calendar. The date for this year is shown at the top of this page.
What is the significance of Krishna Janmashtami?
It celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Devotees fast, sing bhajans and remember his stories at midnight, the hour of his birth.
How do I do Krishna Janmashtami puja at home?
Clean the puja space, place the idol, light a lamp and place Tulsi leaves, butter and sweets. Then sing bhajans and perform aarti at midnight. Follow your family custom.
Which mantra can I chant on Krishna Janmashtami?
Many devotees chant Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya or sing Krishna's names in kirtan. Follow the mantra given by your family elder, priest or guru.
Does a Krishna idol include clothing, a cradle or accessories?
Only items explicitly listed on the product page are included. Check whether the design is a standing idol, Radha Krishna pair or pocket temple, then arrange clothing, cradle and fresh offerings separately.
Can I do Krishna abhishek on an idol from this page?
Read the idol's care guidance first. Not every material suits water, milk or oil. Follow your family tradition for the ritual.
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Updated on 20 October 2026
