Janmashtami 2025: Significance, Katha, and Astrological Remedies
By: Future Point | 17-Jul-2025
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Janmashtami 2025 will be celebrated on Friday, August 16, 2025, which corresponds to the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada (as per the North Indian calendar) and Shravana month (as per the South Indian calendar).
Nishita Puja Muhurat (Midnight Krishna Puja Time):
Puja Time: 11:57 PM (15 August) – 12:42 AM (16 August) (timings may vary based on your location)
Ashtami Tithi Begins: 03:23 AM on 15 August
Ashtami Tithi Ends: 01:09 AM on 16 August
Significance and Importance of Janmashtami
Janmashtami marks the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, the 8th incarnation (Avatar) of Lord Vishnu. Krishna was born in the Dwapara Yuga to Devaki and Vasudeva in Mathura, during a time of intense darkness, injustice, and tyranny under King Kansa.
Why is Janmashtami Important?
- Divine Birth: Krishna’s birth symbolizes the victory of dharma (righteousness) over adharma (evil).
- Destruction of Ego & Evil: His leelas (divine acts) are symbolic of destroying lust, ego, attachment, greed, and anger.
- Protector of Dharma: He played a central role in the Mahabharata and delivered the Bhagavad Gita, a divine discourse on life and duty.
- Festival of Devotion: It’s an occasion to purify the soul through fasting, singing bhajans, and remembering Krishna’s teachings.
- Astrological Energy: This day is spiritually potent due to a strong Moon and Rohini Nakshatra (Krishna was born under Rohini star), and the night energy is perfect for transformation and devotion.
Janmashtami Katha (Story of Lord Krishna’s Birth)
The Divine Prophecy:
King Kansa, the tyrant ruler of Mathura, heard a prophecy that Devaki’s 8th son would be his destroyer. In fear, he imprisoned Devaki and Vasudeva, and killed their first six children.
The Miraculous Birth:
On the Ashtami night, amidst a powerful thunderstorm, Krishna was born. Divine powers allowed Vasudeva to carry the newborn across the flooded Yamuna River to Gokul, where he exchanged him with Yashoda’s daughter. Krishna grew up in Gokul as the beloved Makhan Chor (butter thief), spreading joy and destroying evil beings like Putana, Kaliya, and Shaktasura. He later returned to Mathura and killed Kansa, restoring justice. Krishna's life is a symbol of eternal love (Radha-Krishna), wisdom (Bhagavad Gita), and cosmic play (leela).
Astrological Significance of Janmashtami Planetary Influence:
Lord Krishna was born under Rohini Nakshatra, ruled by the Moon, indicating beauty, charm, love, and emotional depth.
The moon and Venus are especially strong on this night, enhancing bhakti (devotion) and spiritual vibrations.
It is believed that praying on this night can heal past karmas, remove planetary doshas, and bring peace, fertility, and success.
Astrological Remedies on Janmashtami
Janmashtami is considered one of the most spiritually powerful nights to perform Vedic remedies, especially for those facing challenges due to Kundli doshas, planetary afflictions, or emotional pain.
Remedies Based on Planets:
Sun (Surya): For Ego, Father Issues, Career Blockages
- Offer water mixed with turmeric to the Sun next morning (after Janmashtami)
- Chant Aditya Hridaya Stotra
- Donate red clothes or jaggery
Moon (Chandra): For Emotional Pain, Mental Health, Mother Issues:
- Offer raw milk to Shivling at midnight
- Chant “Om Som Somaya Namah” 108 times
- Wear white, consume satvik food
Mars (Mangal): For Anger, Debt, Property Issues:
- Chant Hanuman Chalisa at midnight
- Light a diya with red sindoor in front of Hanuman
- Offer laddoos to Hanuman
Mercury (Budh): For Communication, Studies, Business:
- Chant “Om Budhaya Namah”
- Offer green grass to cows on Janmashtami morning
- Feed green moong to birds
Jupiter (Guru): For Education, Wisdom, Marriage Delay:
- Light a ghee lamp and chant Guru Beej Mantra
- Donate yellow sweets to Brahmins
- Offer sandalwood paste to Krishna idol
Venus (Shukra): For Love, Relationship Problems:
- Worship Radha-Krishna with white flowers and sweets
- Chant “Om Shukraya Namah”
- Donate rice and milk to poor women
Saturn (Shani): For Karma, Delays, Struggles:
- Recite Shani Chalisa or Hanuman Chalisa
- Offer mustard oil and black sesame to the Shani temple
- Donate black clothes to the needy
Rahu/Ketu: For Unexpected Issues, Illusions, Fear:
- Light a diya of mustard oil at midnight
- Chant Durga Kavach or Sudarshan Stotra
- Wear a black thread on the right wrist (for men), the left wrist (for women)
Top 5 Zodiac Signs That Will Be Most Lucky on Janmashtami 2025
1. Leo (Simha)
Why Lucky:
- Sun, your ruling planet, will be exalted in your own sign Leo, during the festival.
- Venus in Leo adds charm, divine blessings, and social harmony.
- You may experience spiritual elevation, new beginnings, and joyful relationships.
Lucky Gains:
- Leadership recognition
- Divine romance
- Personal confidence
Offer yellow clothes and a flute to Lord Krishna for maximum blessings.
2. Taurus (Vrishabha)
Why Lucky:
- Jupiter remains in your sign, giving you spiritual growth and divine fortune.
- Moon energy supports your emotional clarity and bhakti.
- Excellent time for devotional growth, healing, and manifestation.
Lucky Gains:
- Wealth improvement
- Family peace
- Spiritual maturity
Offer butter and Tulsi leaves to Bal Gopal and chant "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya".
3. Sagittarius (Dhanu)
Why Luck:
- Jupiter (your ruling planet) is well-placed and shines a light on your spiritual pursuits.
- Janmashtami will unlock inner knowledge, long-distance blessings, and karmic cleansing.
Lucky Gains:
- Travel opportunities
- Divine wisdom
- Guru blessings
Read Bhagavad Gita Chapter 12 (Bhakti Yoga) and offer bananas and ghee to Krishna.
4. Pisces (Meena)
Why Lucky:
- Strong connection to divine energies due to the spiritual sensitivity of Pisces.
- Your ruling planet Jupiter, supports religious and ritualistic gains.
- Ideal time for meditation, detachment from the past, and inner peace.
Lucky Gains:
- Healing from old pain
- Strong dreams or visions
- Intuition increase
Meditate on Krishna with 108 names chanting, and donate white sweets*.
5. Cancer (Karka)
Why Lucky:
- Moon (your lord) is strong during Janmashtami — Krishna was born under Rohini, a Moon-ruled Nakshatra.
- You may feel a deep emotional connection to Lord Krishna, and blessings in home/family matters.
Lucky Gains:
- Home peace
- Child-related blessings
- Creative inspiration
- Rock Bal Gopal in a silver cradle and offer kheer.
Janmashtami Puja Rituals (Vidhi)
First of all, wake up in the Brahma Muhurta, take a bath, and wear clean clothes. Salutations to God, and take a vow to fast. For the vow, take water, fruits, kusha, and fragrance in your hand. Take water in your hand and purify all the worship materials and yourself along with the seat. For worship, one should sit facing east or north. Decorate Bal Gopal and place him on a red seat on a stool. It is considered auspicious to dress the Lord in yellow clothes.
Puja at Midnight:
Cut a coconut or cucumber in half and place Laddu Gopal in it. At 12 o'clock in the night, during the auspicious Muhurat, take him out of the cucumber and bathe him with Panchamrit (milk, curd, honey, ghee, Gangajal, and sugar). Make Lord Krishna wear the sacred thread and worship him with sandalwood, rice, flowers, incense, and lamps, and place him in the swing. Offer butter, sugar candy, panjiri, fruits, nuts, and other delicacies to the Lord. Inclusion of Tulsi leaves in naivedya is considered mandatory. Also offer cloves, cardamom, and betel leaf. Along with worship, chant mantras of Lord Krishna and recite stotras.
Do:
- Donate food, clothes, and sweets to the poor
- Feed cows and birds
- Offer Tulsi, butter, and a flute to Lord Krishna
- Read Bhagavad Gita Chapter 12 (Bhakti Yoga)
Don’t:
- Consume onion, garlic, or non-veg
- Sleep during midnight puja
- Use harsh language or anger
- Criticize others
Conclusion:
Let Janmashtami 2025 be a reminder to purify your heart, embrace truth, and surrender to the divine wisdom of Lord Krishna. Whether it’s planetary obstacles or emotional challenges, this divine night holds the power to transform your karma and consciousness.