The voices of Krishna-Krishna or Krishna-Krishna are often heard during bhajan-kirtan in our temples and houses. Devotees pronounce these names in deep devotion, but have you ever noticed that ‘Krishna’ and ‘Krishna’ are two different names, which have different meanings and uses? From a religious and linguistic point of view, there is a significant difference between these two, which is necessary to understand so that our devotion and reverence reaches God in the right form.
Importance of the name of Shri Krishna
The name of Shri Krishna is not only the pure and real name of the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, but also has its own special spiritual significance to chant it. Shrimad Bhagwat, Vishnupuran and many saints have repeatedly said that only the name of Shri Krishna in Kali Yuga can lead man to liberation. Just by chanting the name of Shri Krishna, the mind, intellect, mind and ego are purified. Religious verses also say that “Nasti Sinam Kritam Kantan Name remembarly” means that the sins committed inadvertently are also washed away by the name of the name.
The name Sri Krishna means ‘Kala’ or ‘Dark Neela’, which reflects the attractive and divine image of God. This name is male mental and is used in all the major religious texts like Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita, and Srimad Bhagwat. Even on occasions like Janmashtami, Krishna Leela and Bhagavad Gita, the name ‘Krishna’ has special significance.
Use of Krishna
At the same time, the word ‘Krishna’ is usually used as feminine. The major river of South India is named Krishna, which flows via Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Apart from this, ‘Krishna’ is also very popular in the names of women, such as Krishna Devi, Krishna Kumari etc. Even in the context of Mahabharata, Draupadi is sometimes called Krishna, which made this name established in feminine.
The name ‘Krishna’ has also been prevalent due to linguistic reasons. In many Indian languages like Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, it is normal to add ‘A’ or ‘A’ with male names, such as ‘Rama’, Krishna to call Krishna as ‘Krishna’. It is part of the regional pronunciation and reflects emotional attachment.
Why do people say ‘Krishna’ to God?
While the name ‘Krishna’ is used for regional and emotional reasons, according to religious texts and pure Sanskrit grammar, the correct name of God is ‘Krishna’. Therefore, the tradition of saying ‘Krishna’ in Bhajan-Kirtan should be given priority, so that your devotion is right to God and will get spiritual benefits.
