Health Benefits Of 5 Bhog Offered To Lord Krishna On Janmashtami

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Deepak Soni

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Makhan & Misri

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Panchamrit

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Curd

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Fruits

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Kheer

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