Krishna Quiz

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When is Krishna's birthday celebrated by Hindus?

Late October or early November
Late December or early January
Late August or early September (correct)
Late June or early July

What is Krishna worshipped as in Hinduism?

Ninth avatar of Vishnu
Seventh avatar of Vishnu
Tenth avatar of Vishnu
Eighth avatar of Vishnu (correct)

In which Hindu texts is Krishna mentioned?

Puranas, Aranyakas, Sutras, Smritis
Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana, Brahma Vaivarta Purana, Bhagavad Gita (correct)
Ramayana, Upanishads, Rigveda, Atharvaveda
Yajurveda, Samaveda, Itihasas, Darshanas

In which perspectives is Krishna portrayed in Hindu texts?

<p>God-child, prankster, model lover, divine hero, universal supreme being (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context did sub-traditions like Krishnaism arise?

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When is Krishna's birthday?

Late August or early September.

Krishna's role in Hinduism?

The eighth avatar of Vishnu.

Key Hindu texts mentioning Krishna?

Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana, Brahma Vaivarta Purana, Bhagavad Gita.

Krishna's portrayals?

God-child, prankster, model lover, divine hero, universal supreme being.

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Rise of Krishnaism?

Medieval era Bhakti movement.

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Study Notes

Krishna in Hinduism

Krishna's birthday, known as Janmashtami, is celebrated by Hindus on the eighth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Bhadra (August-September).

Krishna's Significance

Krishna is worshipped as the eighth avatar (incarnation) of the god Vishnu in Hinduism.

Hindu Texts

Krishna is mentioned in various Hindu texts, including the Mahabharata, the Bhagavata Purana, and the Bhagavad Gita.

Portrayal of Krishna

In Hindu texts, Krishna is portrayed in different perspectives, including as a divine prince, a hero, a teacher, and a supreme being.

Rise of Krishnaism

Sub-traditions like Krishnaism arose in the context of the development of bhakti (devotional) movement, which emphasized intense devotion to a personal deity, particularly in the medieval period of Indian history.

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Test your knowledge about the beloved Hindu deity Krishna with this quiz. Explore his significance, portrayals, and the celebrations of his birthday, Krishna Janmashtami. Embrace the chance to learn more about this revered figure in Hinduism.