Shri Krishna Sharadiya Rasayatra
ISKCONAlso known as: Sharadiya Rasa
Shri Krishna Sharadiya Rasayatra
About Shri Krishna Sharadiya Rasayatra
Shri Krishna Sharadiya Rasayatra celebrates the autumn rasa dance of Lord Krishna with the gopis of Vrindavan, described in Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 10, Chapter 29.
The autumn rasa dance is one of the most intimate and mysterious of Krishna's pastimes. The gopis' pure, selfless love for Krishna transcended all social conventions.
In ISKCON, the Sharadiya Rasayatra is celebrated with special kirtan, dramatic presentations of the rasa dance, and distribution of festive prasad.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The day is celebrated with kirtan, hearing about the rasa dance, and distribution of festive prasad.
- Attend the special kirtan and hearing sessions about the autumn rasa dance.
- Chant the Hare Krishna Mahamantra with focus on the gopis' devotion.
- Read from Srimad Bhagavatam, Canto 10, Chapter 29.
- Distribute festive prasad to the community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The rasa dance is a divine dance between Lord Krishna and the gopis of Vrindavan, representing the highest expression of devotional love.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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