Lord Krishna is traditionally believed to have been born on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which corresponds to August-September in the Gregorian calendar. Historical and traditional sources often cite the birth date as July 19 or 20, 3228 BCE. Some sources also reference 3102 BCE as the time when Krishna gave up his mortal body, marking the start of Kali Yuga. The exact date is linked with Hindu astrological and scriptural calculations but is celebrated annually as Janmashtami. Key details include:
- Birth date: 19th or 20th July 3228 BCE (according to certain traditional calculations)
- Birth place: Prison in Mathura, India
- The birth corresponds to Ashtami Tithi during Rohini Nakshatra
- Traditionally celebrated as Krishna Janmashtami in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada (August-September)
- The birth is associated with divine events including miraculous occurrences around the prison and the protective crossing of the Yamuna river by Vasudeva carrying infant Krishna
These details highlight the mix of mythology, astrology, and tradition surrounding Krishna's birth, which is foundational to Hindu culture and religious observance.
