Akshaya Tritiya

Significance and History
Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akha Teej, is one of the most auspicious and widely celebrated Hindu festivals. It typically falls in the month of Vaishakha (April-May), on the third day (Tritiya) of the waxing moon. The word “Akshaya” means “never diminishing” or “eternal,” symbolizing prosperity, success, and good fortune. The festival is considered to bring boundless blessings, wealth, and abundance into one’s life.

According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that on this day, Lord Vishnu’s Vamana avatar (dwarf form) appeared and helped King Bali, and the Pandavas received the divine Akshaya Patra (a never-ending vessel) from Lord Krishna during their exile, which provided them with unlimited food. The day also marks the birth of Lord Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and is considered a propitious time to begin new ventures, make investments, or buy gold.

In addition to its association with Lord Vishnu, Akshaya Tritiya is believed to be the day when the Treta Yuga began, as per Hindu cosmology, and thus it is seen as an occasion to seek blessings from the divine for spiritual growth, material success, and overall well-being.

What Happens on Akshaya Tritiya:

• Buying Gold and Jewelry: It is customary to purchase gold, silver, or jewelry on this day, as it is believed that doing so brings long-term prosperity and wealth.
• Performing Pujas and Rituals: Devotees worship Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, and other deities to seek blessings for wealth, health, and success. Special prayers are offered in temples, and many also perform Griha Pooja (household rituals) to bring prosperity to their homes.
• Charity and Donations: This is also an ideal time for charitable activities, with people donating food, clothes, and money to those in need, believing that doing so multiplies their good fortune.
• Starting New Ventures: Many people consider Akshaya Tritiya a favorable day to start new business ventures, engage in investments, or embark on new endeavors. It is seen as an auspicious time for taking major financial decisions.

Celebration at Krushna Dham Delaware
At Krushna Dham Delaware, we observe Akshaya Tritiya as a day of spiritual and material renewal. It is an occasion to celebrate divine blessings and invite prosperity into our lives. The celebrations include sacred rituals, prayers, and community activities, all centered around seeking the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.

For Akshaya Tritiya:

• Special Pujas and Offerings: We perform Pujas dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, seeking divine blessings for abundance, health, and prosperity. The rituals include offerings of flowers, fruits, and sweets to the deities.
• Gold and Wealth Offerings: We encourage devotees to offer gold or silver as an act of gratitude and an invitation for lasting prosperity.
• Community Charity: As part of our commitment to the well-being of the community, we organize charitable events and donate food, clothes, and essentials to the less fortunate, in alignment with the spirit of Akshaya Tritiya.
• New Beginnings: The temple also encourages individuals and families to embark on new ventures, whether personal or professional, trusting that Akshaya Tritiya will bring blessings of success and abundance.
• Devotional Songs and Bhajans: We celebrate with special devotional bhajans, kirtans, and spiritual discourses, fostering an atmosphere of devotion and gratitude to the Divine.

Join us at Krushna Dham Delaware this Akshaya Tritiya to seek blessings for an abundant and prosperous year ahead, through divine grace and community spirit.