Krishna Ashtami
Tithi 23 of 30 · presiding deity: Shiva (Rudra)
Shiva's tithi. Bhadrapada Krishna Ashtami = Krishna Janmashtami. Krishna Ashtami in Kala Bhairava form is observed on Krishna Ashtami every month (Kalashtami).
Good for
- ✓Shiva worship
- ✓Krishna Janmashtami (Bhadrapada Krishna 8)
- ✓Tantric practices
Avoid
- ×Excessive arguments — Rudra's energy can amplify conflict
Traditional foods
Fasting (especially on Krishna Janmashtami until midnight)
Notable observances on this tithi
- • Kalashtami (every Krishna Ashtami)
- • Krishna Janmashtami (Bhadrapada Krishna 8)
Sources
Shiva Purana; Bhagavata Purana
See also: festival calendar · glossary· methodology