News Topical, Digital Desk : Akshaya Navami is considered highly virtuous in Sanatan Dharma. Celebrated on Kartik Shukla Navami, the festival celebrates the eternal sanctity of all religious activities, such as charity, fasting, chanting, and austerities, and the fruits of these activities are unending. Therefore, it is called "Akshaya," meaning “that which is indestructible.”
It is also called "Amla Navami" or "Satya Navami" because Lord Vishnu resided in the Amla tree on this day. Devotees worship Amla to appease Vishnu and Lakshmi, which brings good fortune, prosperity, and lasting happiness in life.
Importance of bathing, donation and worship
Bathing, donating, and worshipping on this day are considered especially important. According to the Skanda Purana and Padma Purana, donations made on Akshaya Navami are never wasted. The fruits of charity last for many lifetimes. Bathing in the Ganges, donating cows, and donating food, clothing, and gold are considered auspicious on this day.
Cow service, Tulsi worship, and feeding the needy are considered particularly virtuous. Women observe a fast on this day for the well-being, peace, and longevity of their families. It is believed that those who observe the fast, worship, and donate with devotion on Akshaya Navami will be blessed with permanent wealth, good fortune, and religious balance.
The beginning of Satya Yuga and the significance of Akshaya Navami
Akshaya Navami is deeply associated with truth, righteousness, and prosperity. According to religious beliefs, the Satya Yuga began on this day, so this date symbolizes the triumph of truth and righteousness. This day is believed to bring positive energy and spiritual purity into life.
Worshiping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi bestows eternal virtue, happiness, and wealth. Devotees typically worship under the Amla tree on this day, as the Amla is considered a symbol of Lord Vishnu. Eating food under the Amla tree after the puja is considered highly auspicious, ensuring lasting good fortune, prosperity, and family harmony in the home.
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