Krishna Janmashtami falls on Ashtami thithi, Rohini nakshatram during Shravana masa. Lord Vishnu took form as Krishna to end the sufferings of His devotees on earth. His greatness is spoken of by many great devotees, who have composed many hymns in His praise. Jayadevar’s poetic work, Gita Govindam, is written expressing in Nayaka-Nayaki Bhava which is akin to the relationship between the Jiva and Ishwara, in aspects such as the experience of union and devotion. Here, Krishna is the Paramatman, Radha the Jivatman, and the friend is the Acharya.

Everyone, especially children, should have a chance to see the Sahasra Deepam Alankaram of Lord Venkateswara at least once in their lives. When the lights are turned low, and the dipas glisten, it is both beautiful and mystical.

Lord Venkateshwara, SreeDevi and Bhoo Devi will be seated on the Unjal (Swing) as priests chant vedic hymns and devotees light a thousand diyas around them. All are welcome to participate in preparing the deepams and lighting them.

Every religion uses deepas (lights) in their services.  Light symbolizes God. Devotees including children will light the lights, setting them on an auspicious path and burning away their sins.

A special Mahalakshmi homam will be performed this Saturday at the SaiTemple Homa Kunda. Goddess Mahalskhmi is worshipped as the giver of material prosperity. Goddess Mahalakshmi will be invoked, and offerings made to Her, during the homa. Lakshmi symbolizes wealth of all kinds. She signifies monetary wealth, wealth of good children, richness in food and grains, richness of valor, richness victory, richness in eminence and influence, wealth of knowledge. The homa is beneficial to anyone who is seeking blessings from Lakshmi Devi for success in their financial endeavors and everyday martial life.

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