Govardhan Puja

High school (ages 12+)
Holidays & Celebrations

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1. What is the festival name?Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakut or Annakoot
2. What is the key vaishnava sects?Prominently celebrated by Pushtimarg Sampradaya, Gaudiya Sampradaya, and Swaminarayan Sampradaya
3. What is Govardhan Puja and why do people celebrate it?Govardhan Puja is a Hindu festival that thanks Lord Krishna for protecting people from heavy rain. It is celebrated with prayers, songs, and a special food display.
4. Why do people build a hill of food called Annakut?The Annakut, or mountain of food, shows gratitude to Krishna for his protection and blessings. It is made on a hill built from pure cow dung and filled with many vegetarian dishes.

Bhagavata Purana: A major Sanskrit text of Hinduism, central to the Vaishnava tradition, detailing the life and exploits of Lord Krishna.
Sharanagati: A Sanskrit term signifying complete surrender, devotion, and seeking refuge in the divine.
Annakut: A ritualistic offering of a vast quantity and variety of vegetarian food, symbolizing abundance and gratitude.
Vaishnavism: A major tradition within Hinduism that worships Lord Vishnu and his various avatars, including Lord Krishna, as the supreme being.