The Hindu deity Krishna is often shown with dark blue skin. This color is associated with his role as a protector and his divine nature.
The religion that believes in the deity Yahweh is Judaism.
Krishna Janmashtami in 1990 was observed on August 30, which was a Thursday. This festival celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, an important deity in Hinduism, and is marked by various rituals and festivities across India and in Hindu communities worldwide.
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The religion that believes in Yahweh as their supreme deity is Judaism.
Krishna was the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. The word Krishna literally means 'one with dark complexion' and figuratively 'one who attracts all'.
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Mathura is important for Hindus because it is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna, a major deity in Hinduism. The town is home to many temples dedicated to Krishna and is a significant pilgrimage site for devotees. Mathura's association with Krishna's childhood exploits and teachings make it a revered place for Hindus.
The Hare Krishna movement is a branch of the Madhva-Gaudiya Sampradaya. A disciplic succession of spiritual teachers going back to Madhvacharya 800 years ago. It has roots in the ancient Vedic scriptures of 5,000 years ago. This Madhva-Gaudiya Sampradaya branch formed approximately 520 years ago in West Bengal, India. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness, which is part of this Sampradaya was founded in 1966 by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami, in New York.
There is no deity in confucianism. This is why many people argue that tis is not a religion.
Krishna is a central figure in Hinduism, and is considered in some monotheistic traditions as an avatar of Vishnu.