Festivals

Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador (UTC-2:30)

Date

24th August 2026

Damodara Dwadashi

Tithi:

Shukla Dwadashi upto 10:21 PM

Shukla Trayodashi upto 11:59 PM +1

Nakshatra:

Purva Ashadha upto 12:29 PM

Uttara Ashadha upto 2:52 PM +1

Vasara:Monday

Dwadashi Vrata Parana Timings

Prātaḥ parana on Dwadashi (same local day)

Parana Time

25 Aug, 6:11 am – 8:55 am, 25 Aug

Harivasara End Time

24 Aug, 4:21 am

Dwadashi End Time

24 Aug, 10:21 pm

About

Observed on Shravana Shukla Dwadashi, honoring Lord Krishna as Damodara, the one bound by love.

Significance:

The name 'Damodara' refers to the pastime where Mata Yashoda tied the young Krishna with a rope around his waist. It signifies that the Supreme Lord can only be bound by the pure love and devotion of his followers.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Deep Daan: Offering lit lamps to the Lord in the evening hours. 2. Damodarastakam: Reciting the sacred eight verses in praise of the Lord. 3. Vrat: Observing a fast and consuming only simple, Sattvic vegetarian food.