Krishna

Krishna is a major Hindu deity known for wisdom, playfulness, music, and teachings in the Bhagavad Gita.

What It Means

Krishna appears in many Hindu stories as a child, friend, hero, and teacher. He is often shown playing a flute.

How People Practice or Remember It

In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna teaches Arjuna about duty and wise action. Festivals such as Janmashtami celebrate Krishna's birth.

Things to Remember

• Krishna appears in many Hindu stories as a child, friend, hero, and teacher.
• He is often shown playing a flute.
• In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna teaches Arjuna about duty and wise action.
• Festivals such as Janmashtami celebrate Krishna's birth.

Did You Know?

People learn about Krishna in different ways, including family traditions, teachers, books, art, music, and visits to important places.