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Akshaya Tritiya


Akshaya Tritiya: A glorious festival dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi
Akshaya Tritiya is a beautiful festival dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Lord Vishnu is the protector and preserver of the entire universe. His blessings enrich life with optimism and guard against all adverse energies. Goddess Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth. Her highest energies and blessings bring surplus wealth and affluence in life. The main deity worshipped on Akshaya Tritiya is Lakshminarayana, an essential manifestation of Lord Vishnu. In this aspect, he is cherished with his consort Goddess Lakshmi. 

Significance of Akshaya Tritiya
Akshaya Tritiya discovers an impeccable place among the Vedas and Puranas. The auspicious festival is celebrated on Shukla Paksha Tritiya, the third day during the bright half of Vaishakha month in the Hindu Lunar calendar. One of the most prominent facts linked with Akshaya Tritiya is that on this day Satya yuga stopped, and treta yuga commenced. Satya yuga was the golden phase of the universe. The day discovers glorious importance in the Vedic realm to execute auspicious activities. It is perfect for marriages, housewarming events and other important events. 

How to celebrate Akshaya Tritiya
Devotees observe a full day fast to celebrate Akshaya Tritiya. Worshippers take a bath in holy water Ganga and execute Homam to observe the day. They adorn new clothes and jewellery. They are up before sunrise and take a bath. A special puja for Lakshminarayana takes place. Worshippers offer fruits, flowers and a special prasad. They light a Diya made of wheat flour dough. Mantras or slokas are chanted, and meditation is committed to invite the divine aura of Lakshminarayana. Akshaya Tritiya is also celebrated by buying expensive things such as vehicles, jewels etc. 

Benefits of celebrating Akshaya Tritiya
Benefits of celebrating Akshaya Tritiya

  • ● Akshaya Tritiya fulfils devotees' lives with monetary benefits and riches.
  • ● It brings the divine blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
  • ● The festival brings abundance and never-ending wealth.
  • ● It keeps issues such as unstable financial position and debt traps away.
  • ● The glorious festival brings happiness and peace of mind.
  • ● It brings fortune and abundance in life.
  • ● It blesses with great success in business endeavours.


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