Krishna is a major Hindu god and one of the most popular deities in Hinduism: Incarnations Krishna is the eighth incarnation of Vishnu, the Hindu god of preservation. He is also worshiped as the supreme god in his own right. Role Krishna is the god of love, compassion, protection, and tenderness. He is also considered a warrior, hero, teacher, philosopher, and great leader. Stories Krishna's mythology is told in the epic Mahabharata, the Harivamsha, and the Puranas. The story of Krishna's birth, death, and life is told in many festivals and stories. Birth Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudeva in the Yadava clan. His birth was prophesied to destroy the wicked king Kamsa, who tried to kill Krishna's siblings. Symbolism Krishna is often depicted with a dark complexion, which translates to "black" or "dark as a cloud". He is also known as the Dark One. Festival Hindus celebrate Krishna's birthday on Krishna Janmashtami, which usually falls in late August or early September.
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Incarnations
Krishna is the eighth incarnation of Vishnu, the Hindu god of preservation. He is also worshiped as the supreme god in his own right.
Role
Krishna is the god of love, compassion, protection, and tenderness. He is also considered a warrior, hero, teacher, philosopher, and great leader.
Stories
Krishna's mythology is told in the epic Mahabharata, the Harivamsha, and the Puranas. The story of Krishna's birth, death, and life is told in many festivals and stories.
Birth
Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudeva in the Yadava clan. His birth was prophesied to destroy the wicked king Kamsa, who tried to kill Krishna's siblings.
Symbolism
Krishna is often depicted with a dark complexion, which translates to "black" or "dark as a cloud". He is also known as the Dark One.
Festival
Hindus celebrate Krishna's birthday on Krishna Janmashtami, which usually falls in late August or early September.