Akshay Tritiiya
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Akshay Tritiiya is considered one of the four most auspicious days of the Vedic Calendar. It is the third day of the new moon of Vaishakh month (April-May).
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The word "Akshay" means the never diminishing in Sanskrit. It represents eternal prosperity for any new beginnings made or valuables bought on this day.
[edit] Astrological Significance
On this day the sun and the moon are simultaneously at their peak of brightness. The brightness is at its best at the west coast of India.
The day gains more importance when it falls on a Monday or under the Rohini Star.
[edit] Religious Significance
According to the Vedas, it was the day of Akshay Tritiiya, that Vedvyash along with Lord Ganesha started writing the epic of Mahabharata.
It is also traditionally observed as the birthday of Parshurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The Puranas speak about how he reclaimed the land from the sea.
Goa and Konkan regions, even today, are referred to as Parusurama Kshetra. Akshaya Tritiya, the third day of the bright-half of the lunar month of Vaisakha is considered as one of the most sacred days of the year.
The day is generally observed by fasting and worship Lard Vasudeva with rice grains. A dip in the Ganges on this day is considered to be very auspicious.
Vedas say that knowledge gained or charity done on this day is very fruitful. It is considered to be very lucky day to start new business or venture. Many people buy gold or property on this day.
Fasts are kept on this day and poojas are performed. In charity, fan, rice, salt, ghee, sugar, vegetables, tamarind, fruit, clothes, are given. Lord Vishnu is worshipped on this day. Tulsi water is sprinkled in the nearby are of the idol while performing aarti.
In Bengal, on the day of the Akshay Tritiiya, "HalKhata" or ceremony to start the new audit book is performed - with the worship of Lord Ganesha & Devi Lakshmi. Bengalis perform many rites and rituals on this day.
This day is also most auspicious day for the Jat farming community. It is known as "Akha Teej". Early morning, a male member of Jat family goes to field with shovel. All the animals and birds encountered on the way to the field indicates omen and predictions for rains and crops. Akshay Tritiiya is also an occasion for weddings, which are conducted in mass marriage ceremonies. It is considered an unboojha muhurat.
[edit] Jainism
Akshay Tritiiya is a holy day in Jain Calendar as well. People who who observe the year-long alternative day fasting finish their Tapsaya this day.
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