Celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna, Gokulashtami—also known as Janmashtami—is a big Hindu celebration. The Ashtami date of Bhadrapada month, the day of adoration of the child form of Lord Krishna and his glorious Leelas, marks specifically this celebration. Furthermore, especially important on this occasion is the devotion to Gau Mata. Lord Krishna offered a particular bhog to Gau Mata on the day of Gokulashtami since he loved cows and their loyalty very much. Tell us what is its significance and what should Gau Mata eat on Gokulashtami.
Special bhog meant for Gau Mata on Gokulashtami
1.One fresh fodder and green grass.
On Gokulashtami, feeding Gau Mata fresh food including green grass is a significant religious custom. Devotion to Lord Krishna includes maintaining Gau Mata healthy and content by using fresh fodder and green grass. For cows, green grass and fodder are nourishing and vital; they also help to maintain their health.
2. Butter and Ghee
Among Lord Krishna’s preferred bhogs are butter and ghee. On the day of Gokulashtami, Gau Mata is expected to receive ghee and butter particularly highly valued. This bhog expresses your loyalty to Lord Krishna in addition to reverence and affection for Gau Mata. Present Gau Mata fresh and pure form ghee and butter.
3. Pankhdi and jagggery
Gau Mata should also have jaggery and little bits of pankhdi. Giving Gau Mata jaggery on Gokulashtami will help one escape Pitra Dosh and ease daily problems. One has to feed the cow jaggery if his horoscope shows Mangal Dosh.
4. Food
Gau Mata should have fresh fruits fed to her on Gokulashtami. Particularly use fruits like bananas, apples, and carrots, which cows enjoy and which help their health. Present Gau Mata these little fruit slices to her.
5. Kheer and sweets
Additionally presented to Gau Mata on Gokulashtami are kheer and sweets. Usually prepared from fresh milk, kheer is a traditional manner of feeding Gau Mata. Using sweets indicates loyalty to Lord Krishna and admiration for him.
Reason for presenting bhog to Gau Mata on Gokulashtami
1. Religious regard and loyalty
Presenting bhog to Gau Mata on Gokulashtami is a sign of your affection and loyalty for Lord Krishna. Lord Krishna has demonstrated particular affection for cows and their upbringing; his adoration of Gau Mata is fundamental in his life.
2. For Gau Mata’s happiness and health
Giving Gau Mata a particular bhog preserves her happiness and health. Health-wise, fresh fodder, ghee, butter, and fruits satisfy them and are good for them. This maintains their health and makes their mind content.
3. Benefits spiritually
Giving bhog to Gau Mata helps devotees spiritually. This kind of service not only expresses love and reverence toward Gau Mata but also brings spiritual calm and wealth in the life of followers.
4. Good social message
By honoring Gau Mata and presenting her with a particular bhog, one promotes cow rearing and cow service in the society. It clarifies for the society the need of honoring Gau Mata and safeguarding her.
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