Is Lord Krishna and Lord Vitthal same?

Vithoba, also known as Vi(t)thal(a) and Panduranga, is a Hindu deity predominantly worshipped in the Indian state of Maharashtra and Karnataka. He is generally considered as a manifestation of the god Vishnu or his avatar, Krishna.

Why is vitthal standing on brick?

Pandharpur’s Vitthal was an incarnation of Lord Vishnu or Lord Krishna. According to legends it also depicts the symbol of the Kundalini Energy, although spiritually, the same energy dwells in all. The brick on which Lord Vitthal is standing is the basic chakra of Kundalini energy known as Muladhara Chakra.

Why Rukmini was angry on Vitthal?

The legend says Rukmini , angered by the sight of Radha seated on Krishna’s lap, abandoned him and wandered around in Dindirvan forest on the banks of the Chandrabhaga. That’s how Krishna became Vitthal of Pandharpur . Now Rukmini-Rakhumai sulked because he neglected her for his devotees.

Why did Rukmini came to Pandharpur?

Krishna came to Pandharpur from Dvaraka to make amends with his wife, Rukmini. Rukmini had spied her rival Radha sitting on Krishna’s lap and she was not happy. Krishna arrived at Pundalik’s door and found him selflessly doting upon his parents.

How did Krishna become Vitthal?

Krishna found her there and coaxed her out of her anger. But he threw a brick for Krishna to stand on so his feet wouldn’t get wet on the rain-soaked ground. When his duty was done, Pundalik requested Krishna to remain standing where he was for the sake of his devotees. That’s how Krishna became Vitthal of Pandharpur .

Why is Rukmini called Rakhumai?

Born to King Bhishmaka of Vidarbha Kingdom, Rukmini is described to be beautiful, intelligent and virtuous. When her brother Rukmi tried to forcefully get her married to Shishupala, she asked Krishna to abduct her. The people of Maharashtra venerate her with Vithoba (a regional form of Krishna) and call her Rakhumai.