If you are also going to bring home or install Laddu Gopal this Janmashtami, then some important rules should be kept in mind while worshiping. Let us know the important things to the establishment of Laddu Gopal, its consecration, adornment, worship and offering.

Rules for establishment of Laddu Gopal

While placing Laddu Gopal in the house, special care should be taken about its place and direction. According to Vastu beliefs, the north-east direction of the house i.e. the north-east corner is considered auspicious for the establishment of Bal Gopal. Lord Krishna’s swing or throne can also be kept at this place.

Abhishekam of Laddu Gopal

Lord Shri Krishna was born on the midnight of Janmashtami, hence special worship is done at this time. First of all, during the auspicious time of puja, anoint Laddu Gopal. For this, Panchamrit can be prepared from milk, curd, ghee, honey and water. After bathing with Panchamrit, bathe Bal Gopal with clean water and then with Ganga water. During the Abhishek, chant the mantras of Lord Krishna and keep his devotion in your mind. After completing the bath, wipe them gently with a clean cloth and wear new clothes.

Decorate Laddu Gopal like this

After Abhishek, do beautiful makeup of Bal Gopal. It is considered auspicious to make them wear new yellow colored clothes. After this, decorate the Lord with crown, flute, peacock feathers, bracelet, anklets and waistband etc. If desired, Vaijayanti garland can also be offered to Kanha. After the makeup is complete, apply tilak with sandalwood, saffron and Akshat on the forehead of Laddu Gopal.

How to establish Laddu Gopal

After anointing and decorating Laddu Gopal, seat him on a beautiful swing or throne. Worship Lord Shri Krishna as per the auspicious time at midnight of Janmashtami. First light the lamp and then offer incense, lamp, flowers etc. After this, offer food to Lord Krishna and perform Aarti of Shri Krishna. At the end of the puja, swing the swing with reverence to Bal Gopal.

Offer this to Laddu Gopal

On Janmashtami, definitely offer butter and sugar candy to Lord Krishna which is considered his favorite. Along with this, coriander leaves, dry fruits and seasonal fruits can also be offered. Tulsi Dal must be included in the food offered to Lord Krishna.