Radhashtami is a Hindu religious day commemorating the birth anniversary of the goddess Radha, the chief consort of the god Krishna. It is celebrated with passion and enthusiasm to commemorate the Appearance day of Radha, who is believed to be the reincarnation of goddess. Here are some things to do on Radhashtami according to the search results:
- Start the day with a positive mind frame.
- Purify yourself by taking a bath with water mixed with Gangajal.
- Install the Radharani idol in your puja altar.
- Recite the vrat Katha for Radhaashtami, then the Radha Stuti and Radha Chalisa.
- Sing bhajans and light an oil lamp in the evening to invoke the deity.
- Make an aarti and a bhog offering to the deity.
- Feed brahmins and married women the next day.
- Have prasad to break the fast.
Devotees keep a fast on the day of Radha Jayanti with a clean heart and complete devotion. The idol of Radha is cleaned and bathed with panchamrit and she is adorned with new clothes, jewelry, and flowers. Reciting the shadopchaar and ‘Radha Gayatrimantra’ is also a part of the celebration. Radhashtami is ceremoniously celebrated in the Braj area, and Radha Krishna idols are traditionally dressed entirely in flowers. Additionally, Radhashtami is the only day on which devotees may receive darshan (viewing) of Radhas feet.