Representation of Lord Krishna with his flute: Madhubani by Vibhuti Nath

In Madhubani art, artist Vibhuti Nath artfully delineates Lord Krishna with his flute near a tree with a peacock sitting on a branch, and running cows. Lord Krishna is a prominent deity in Hinduism and is considered the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He is often depicted as a divine musician who played the flute, captivating not only human beings but also animals and even nature itself. This aspect of Krishna’s life represents his ability to enchant and bring harmony to the world. The presence of the peacock, a bird closely associated with Krishna, symbolizes his divine connection with nature and his ability to bring joy to all living beings. The imagery is inspired by the mythological story of Lord Krishna playing the flute in the forests of Vrindavan. According to Hindu texts, Krishna’s melodious tunes on the flute had a mesmerizing effect on all living creatures. The cows, in particular, were enchanted by his music and would gather around him. This scene symbolizes the blissful, idyllic life of Krishna as a cowherd in Vrindavan.