Festivals,celebrations and fasts are like the life of Hindu religion and rituals. But the youth today, who are inspired by the Western culture, celebrate days like Valentine’s Day more and are unaware aboutIndian traditions and values.
In our previous stories on facts about Hindu religion, we have discussed many stories and secrets of our history for people to know them. In this story we will tell you some interesting facts about AkshayTritiya you won’t know.
What is Akshay Tritiya?
The word Akshaya, a Sanskrit word, literally means one that never diminishes, and the day is believed to bring good luck and success.The second of Hindu year, Vaishakh’s Shukla Paksha’s third date is called Akshay Tritiya. It is a major festival of Sanatan harma.
Why Vaishakh Shukla Tritiya is called Akshay Tritiya?
According to shastras, bath, havan, jap and other work done along with these on this day are Akshay, this means that works done on this day become successful. That is why this day is said to be auspicious.
Which day and constellation are auspicious for Akshaya Tritiya?
Combination of Monday and Rohini Nakshatra are auspicious.
Which mythological beliefs make Akshaya Tritiya auspicious?
According to the scriptures, Vaishakh Man is the period of devotion to Vishnu. On Akshay Tritiya of this month only, Lord Vishnu’s avatars narayan, Haygriv and Parshuram were born. This is why on this dayParshuram Jayanti and Narayan Jayanti are celebrated. WorshippingGoddess Lakshmi too on this day is considered lucky.
What time was Parshuram born on Akshay Tritiya?
In Pradosh Kal (a time after sun set and beore night), Parshuram was born.
What should be donated on Akshay Tritiya?
Barley, wheat, gram, Sattu, yogurt, rice, sugarcane juice, milk, milk solids, sweets, gold vase filled with water, cereal, juice and all summer foods are donated.
May Lord bless you on this auspicious day of Akshaya Trithiya,and May it be a new beginning of greater prosperity, success and happiness. Greetings on Akshaya Trithiya.
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