Akshaya Tritiya, also called Akha Teej, is a special day celebrated in the Hindu religion. It falls on the third day of the bright half of the month of Vaishakha, which, as per the Gregorian calendar, is April/May. This year, Akshaya Tritiya 2024 is on May 10. It's a significant day filled with religious rituals and customs. People honour this day because it's linked with Lord Vishnu. Many believe that purchasing gold on Akshaya Tritiya brings prosperity, good luck and wealth, so it's a common practice to buy gold on this day. This day is celebrated with great enthusiasm all across the country. Devotees believe that worshipping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu on this day is thought to bring blessings of prosperity. As we get ready to celebrate, let's learn more about this auspicious occasion. Happy Akshaya Tritiya Greetings: WhatsApp Status, Facebook Photos, Images, HD Wallpapers, SMS and Quotes To Celebrate Akha Teej.

Akshaya Tritiya 2024 Date

Akshaya Tritiya 2024 will be celebrated on May 10, a Friday.

Akshaya Tritiya History and Significance

Akshaya Tritiya is a special day in Hindu tradition dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It marks the start of the Treta Yug, an important time in Hindu mythology. Sometimes, it's also celebrated as Parsurama Jayanti, honouring Lord Parsurama, another form of Lord Vishnu. He came to earth to fight against wrongdoing. It's also believed that on Akshaya Tritiya, Lord Kuber became the treasurer of heaven. Worshipping him on this day is said to bring devotees a lot of success, wealth, and fortune.

There are stories saying that Sage Vyasa started telling the Mahabharata to Lord Ganesha on this day. Another legend says the river Ganges came down to earth on Akshaya Tritiya. These tales show how meaningful Akshaya Tritiya is in Hindu beliefs and practices. Because this day is thought to be very lucky, many people across the country want to take full advantage of it. That's why it's a big day for buying gold and silver jewellery. People believe that having these precious metals can bring prosperity and good luck to your home and family. Akshaya Tritiya Wishes & GIF Greetings: Share WhatsApp Photos, SMS, Images, HD Wallpapers and Messages on Akha Teej.

Also, lots of people do good deeds on Akshaya Tritiya. They might donate things to people who need them, like food or clothes. Some even make food and give it to people who can't afford it. Doing these acts of kindness and showing devotion is really important on this day. So, on this special day, here’s wishing everyone a Happy Akshaya Tritiya!

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