Footprints of Shri Krishna: Know the secret of 19 divine symbols and their effect on devotees

Regional News: 19 major signs are mentioned in the Puranas and scriptures on the feet (padkamal or padkamal) of Lord Shri Krishna. These signs reflect his divinity, power, and cosmic form. All these signs together make the feet of Lord Shri Krishna divine and sacred. Devotees experience his leelas, power, and qualities by seeing them. Lord Shri Krishna holds a special place not only in the epics and Puranas but also in the hearts of devotees through his holy feet.

Worshiping his feet, consuming charanamrit, and seeing the padkamal are considered extremely virtuous for the devotees. But do you know that there are a total of 19 amazing signs present on the feet of Shri Krishna, which symbolize his divinity, power, and cosmic energy?

Nineteen Divine Signs Of Krishna

There are 19 amazing and divine signs hidden in the feet of Shri Krishna, which bring blessings, protection, and spiritual advancement in the lives of devotees. There are 11 signs on the right foot and 8 on the left foot. Each sign has a special significance. Some destroy sins, some remove physical and mental sufferings, and some directly take the devotee to the Supreme Abode. Let us know in detail about these 19 amazing signs and their secrets.

1 sign of the right foot

• Chakra: This symbol destroys the six main enemies of the devotee (lust, anger, pride, attachment, greed, and jealousy).
• The umbrella puts an end to the physical sufferings of the devotee. 
• It reduces the cycle of birth and death of the devotees who worship His feet with full devotion and helps them attain the supreme abode very quickly.
• The vertical line paves the way for the devotees to reach the divine abode.
• The flag protects the devotees and ensures victory.
• Lotus is a symbol of love and purity.
• Ankush controls the senses of the devotee.
• The swastika is a symbol of auspiciousness and happiness.
• Vajra destroys the sins of the devotee's previous birth.
• Ashtakona protects the devotees from eight directions.
• Four Jambu fruits symbolize the worshipped deity.

Symbols That Reveal Krishna’s Divine Power

 The sky signifies that Krishna embraces the entire universe, while the conch stands as a mark of victory. The four urns represent the nectar of his divine feet, and the bow reflects bravery and courage. The cow’s hoof symbolizes guidance, helping devotees cross the ocean of life. The protective triangle shields against worldly heat and illusion, and the crescent moon on Shiva’s head reminds us that even gods revere Krishna’s sacred footprints. Just as a fish cannot live without water, a devotee cannot lead a sin-free life without worshipping Lord Krishna.