Typically, for at-home devotion, a Krishna statue that is 6 to 18 inches tall is recommended.The ideal length is 6 to 8 inches for small altars, apartments, or daily worship.It works nicely with 12 to 18 inches for medium-sized pooja rooms or festival displays like Janmashtami.When choosing a size for ceremonial bathing, or abhishekam, pick one that is manageable and easy to maintain.Keep the idol at eye level on a clean pedestal or simhasanam for a respectful and devotional setup.

Pregnant women can observe the Janmashtami fast, but only under strict medical supervision.Choose a Phalahar Fast: Eat fruits, milk, dried fruits, and liquids in place of a rigid nirjala (no food or water) fast.Keep Yourself Hydrated and Rested: Steer clear of physical strain and drink plenty of water or fresh juice.See a Doctor: Before fasting, especially during high-risk pregnancies, always get advice from a healthcare professional.The secret is to prioritize the health of both mother and child while emphasizing commitment above austerity.

Classic Krishna Bhajans: "Achyutam Keshavam" is a beloved devotional text that describes the glorious attributes of Krishna. "Govind Bolo Hari Gopal Bolo" is a straightforward, upbeat bhajan that is excellent for group singing. "Radhe Govinda Gopal" honors Krishna and Radha's love. The lighthearted bhajan "Yashomati Maiya Se Bole Nandlala" shows a little Krishna. The spiritually rich bhajan "Vaishnava Jan To" is in line with Krishna's teachings. Devotional Kirtans and ISKCON: "Hare Krishna Maha Mantra" is the focal point of ISKCON festivities. Before talks, "Jaya Radha Madhava" is frequently sung at temples. During special Krishna festivities, the beautiful song "Damodar Ashtakam" is sung. These bhajans produce a calm and happy atmosphere that is ideal for evening festivities, meditation, and puja.

Children can learn about Krishna through entertaining and insightful storytelling in the following ways: Choose interesting stories to tell. For example, Krishna's birth story, the story of Makhan Chor, the butter he stole, or his friendship with Sudama. Employ visuals and props: To keep their interest, show them images, puppets, or brief animated films. Emphasise basic morals Talk about virtues they can identify with, such kindness, bravery, and honesty. Turning learning into play, make it interactive by posing queries or allowing kids to role-play.

Indeed, it is customary to recite the name of Krishna a predetermined number of times with a japa mala (prayer beads) in several traditions, particularly in Vaishnavism and ISKCON: The Hare Krishna mantra is said 108 times with each cycle of japa mala, which consists of 108 beads. Many devotees strive for 16 rounds each day (108 × 16 = 1,728 times), however novices may begin with just one or four rounds. However, there is no hard and fast rule; the key thing is to be sincere rather than to count the number of times you repeat Krishna's name.