Radha Kund Snan 2024 – Muhrat, Importance, Rituals and More!
About Radha Kund Snan
Radha Kund is located in the northwest part of Vraja, an area near Vrindavan. It is one of the most sacred places on the Earth. It is situated on the Parikrama road around the Govardhan hills. Shyamakund is also situated there. Radha Kund Snan in 2024 falls on Ahoi Ashtami on Thursday, October 24, which is Shukla Paksha Ashtami in the Kartik month. Here, we will tell you about the Radha Kund, the story behind its formation, muhrat for Radha Kund Snan 2024, how to perform the puja, and other important aspects of the ritual.
How was Radha Kund Formed?
There are many stories associated with Radha Kund. According to one of them, Bhagwan Shri Krishna slayed Aristasura. On that, Radha Rani told him that he had committed a sin and now to purify himself, he must wash his hands in a holy river. Shri Krishna laughed on hearing that and stuck the ground with his foot, upon that a holy river emerged and filled up the tank, which is now known as Shyamakund. Shri Krishna took a bath in that holy water. However, Radha Rani didn’t, she along with other gopis dug out another hole with their bangles and filled it with holy water, which is today known as Radha Kund.
Radha Kund Snan 2024 Muhrat
Radha Kund Snan on Thursday, October 24, 2024
Radha Kund Ardha Ratri Snan Muhurat – 11:38 PM to 12:29 AM, Oct 25
Duration – 00 Hours 51 Mins
Ahoi Ashtami Vrat on Thursday, October 24, 2024
Ashtami Tithi Begins – 01:18 AM on Oct 24, 2024
Ashtami Tithi Ends – 01:58 AM on Oct 25, 2024
What is the Significance of the Radha Kund Snan?
Radha Kund Snan 2024 celebrates Ahoi Ashtami, an auspicious day that falls on Shukla Paksha Ashtami in the Kartik month. On this day, couples who have been facing issues in conceiving are suggested to take a bath in Radha Kund and observe a fast on the same day—the Nirjala fast.
Worshippers take a bath in the Kund on the day of the Ahoi Ashtami. They do it during Nishita, which is midnight. It is considered the most auspicious time.
Radha Kund Snan Puja Vidhi
The Radha Kund Snan puja Vidhi is as follows:
- On the day of the Ahoi Ashtami, people wishing for a child visit the Radha Kund.
- Most of the women observe a fast on this day and pray to Radha Rani.
- Next, people perform a puja to get the blessings of Radha Rani. They do the puja while standing in the water and present her a Kushmanda draped with crimson fabric along with a white petha.
- Also, take a bath in Shyama Kund before moving to Radha Kund.
- The bath begins at midnight and lasts all night long till dawn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the significance of Radha Kund Snan and Ahoi Ashtami?
A: While Radha Kund Snan is believed to help childless couples conceive, Ahoi Ashtami is observed to seek blessings from the Ahoi Mata (incarnation of Goddess Parvati) for the prosperity and longevity of children.
Q: Who can benefit from taking a holy dip in the Radha Kund on the Radha Kund Snan day?
A: Childless couples struggling to conceive can take a holy dip in the Radha Kund on the Radha Kund Snan day. It is also the most auspicious Ahoi Ashtami day, the day mothers offer puja to Ahoi Mata and observe strict fast for the well-being, long life and prosperity of their children. It is believed that by taking a dip in the holy water of Radha Kund childless couples can easily conceive a child.
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