The word Akshaya means which “never erodes or diminishes” and Akshaya Tritya is an auspicious festival associated with prosperity, self knowledge and new beginnings. It is also known as ‘Akha Teej’, an annual spring festival of Hindus and is celebrated on the third lunar day of the month of Vaishakh. On this day the sun and moon are positioned in a way that the light reaching the earth is highest according to the Hindu calender. It is considered a favourable day to begin a new activity. Any material, spiritual or social activity started today is believed to enhance and appreciate.
Significance:
In accordance with the diversity of our country, Akshay Tritiya is celebrated for various reasons mentioned below:
On this day the holy Ganga descended on the Earth.
It marks the birth anniversary of Lord Parashurama, one of the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu.
It marks the beginning of Treta Yuga after the Satya Yuga.
It is the day when Lord Kuber became the God of wealth by the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi. People buy gold or new property on Akshay Tritiya to appease Lord Kuber and seek his blessings for appreciation of wealth.
“Akshaya Patra” was received by the Pandavas while in exile. Akshaya Patra was a food pot, blessed by Lord Krishna for everlasting supply of food.
Many people solemnise marriages on this auspicious day.
Social: It is a day to plant trees, sponsor education, feed the poor or do any work in our capacity which is for the larger good of the society.
Akshaya Tritya is a day to initiate our material, spiritual and social endeavours for prosperity, self knowledge, peace and social responsibility. It is a day to understand the need to balance all aspects and initiate it.
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