* Sudama and Kuchela visited Lord Krishna in Dwarka with a handful of beaten rice (poha or aval) on this day only. * It is said that the Pandavas received the Akshaya Pathram (bowl) from Lord Krishna (in the Mahabharata) on this day. There are many legends in the history depicting the significance of Akshaya Tritya. Historical significance of Akshaya Tritiya It is considered to be an auspicious time to start everything from the scratch. It marks the beginning of summers, farmers enjoy this time of crop ripening by observing fasts and organizing fairs.Īs per the belief, it is said that this is the best time for those who are suffering from obstacles at work and other ventures or those who are not getting any other auspicious muhurat to perform sacred deeds. It is believed that a person who does charity and sacred deeds such as homas, fasting, donation etc on this day, get undiminishing results. It is believed that whatever is bought on this day, will remain forever. It is considered a good time to invest in gold and diamonds. According to the Hindu customs, many choose to perform the pujas for Business,bathe in holy rivers, make a charity, offer barley in a sacred fire, and worship Lord Ganesha & Devi Lakshmi on the holy day of “Akshay Tritiya”. “Akshay Tritiya”,the holy day when many perform puja to start a business. The festival puts forth a belief, a belief in the almighty, that any undertaking any meaningful venture or good deed will bring back more of the same to the devotee in terms of success and prosperity, that will not diminish as time passes by.īuying and wearing jewellry made of gold is an important aspect of the day and is known to invite Devi Laxmi, the Goddess of wealth into the households. * for purchasing valuables like gold and diamond. Therefore it is one of the most popular dates in Hindu calendar. It is said that there is no need to look for any 'auspicious muhurat' or 'panchang' on this day. It is also known as Abhujh Muhuratha or Sarvasidhi Muhurat.This day brings fortune and prosperity to the person. The day on which Moon, Sun and Jupiter unitedly come under Mrigshira Nakshatra is called Akshay Tritiya.Īccording to the ancient scriptures, Akshaya Tritya is as auspicious as other Hindu festivals such as Dussehra, Dhanteras, Devuthana etc. It is believed that the sun and the moon are most radiant and best placed on the day.

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