Akshaya Tritiya, one of the most auspicious festivals in Hindu culture, is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. Known for its association with wealth, prosperity, and new beginnings, this festival is marked by the purchase of gold, starting new ventures, and offering prayers for success.
Let’s explore the key details of Akshaya Tritiya 2025:
Date of Akshaya Tritiya 2025
Akshaya Tritiya will be celebrated on Friday, April 25, 2025. The festival falls on the third day of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) of the month of Vaishakha in the Hindu calendar.
Shubh Muhurat (Auspicious Timing)
On Akshaya Tritiya, it is believed that performing important rituals during the Auspicious Muhurat ensures prosperity and good fortune.
Auspicious Muhurat for Akshaya Tritiya 2025:
Morning Muhurat: 5:40 AM – 12:35 PM
Evening Muhurat: 12:35 PM – 1:53 AM
During this time, devotees buy gold, start new businesses, or perform any other important tasks to ensure success.
Significance of Akshaya Tritiya
Akshaya Tritiya is known for its association with unlimited prosperity, "Akshaya" means "never diminishing" in Sanskrit, making it an ideal day for performing significant actions or purchasing valuable items like gold, silver, and other assets.
Here are the key historical events linked to the day:
Legend of Lord Vishnu & treta yuga:
Akshaya Tritiya is believed to mark the day when Lord Vishnu incarnated as Vamana to defeat the demon king Bali, ensuring peace and prosperity in the universe. This event is a key reason for the day's association with wealth and blessings.
The birth of Lord Parashurama:
It is also the birth anniversary of Lord Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In certain regions, this day is celebrated to honor Lord Parashurama, who is revered for his valor and wisdom.
Pandavas’ return of the Akshaya Patra:
According to the Mahabharata, the Pandavas received the Akshaya Patra (an inexhaustible vessel) from the Sun God, which could provide them with an unlimited supply of food. This divine gift was given on the day of Akshaya Tritiya, making it a symbol of abundance and prosperity.
The start of treta yuga:
Akshaya Tritiya is also believed to mark the beginning of the Treta Yuga, the second era in Hindu cosmology. It is a day associated with divine energy and the start of new ventures.
Customs & traditions
Purchasing Gold and Jewelry:
Akshaya Tritiya is considered an ideal day to purchase gold, silver, and other precious items. Many people buy gold coins, jewelry, or new vehicles as it is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.
Prayers and puja:
Devotees offer prayers to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi for wealth, prosperity, and spiritual growth. Many temples host special pujas, and people conduct rituals at home with family members.
Charity and donations:
Giving charity or donating to the needy is another important tradition of Akshaya Tritiya. It is believed that performing acts of kindness and generosity on this day brings lasting good fortune.
New beginnings:
Starting new ventures, inaugurating businesses, or buying a new home is considered particularly lucky on Akshaya Tritiya.
Why Akshaya Tritiya is special
Akshaya Tritiya stands out because it is a day of "unlimited blessings." Unlike other festivals, Akshaya Tritiya doesn’t have any nakshatra or day-specific restrictions for auspicious activities, making it an ideal day for important life events.
