Today is an auspicious day to start new ventures, and make new beginnings. It’s Akshaya Tritiya, the Holy Day which is believed to be the birthday of Lord Parasurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Interestingly, according to the Mahabharata, Yudhisthira and his wife Draupadi received the Akshaya Patra – the patra (plate) that would produce unlimited food – from Surya (the Sun God) on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.
The Sanskrit word ‘Akshaya’ means ‘never diminishing’. People believe that this day brings good luck and prosperity, and projects started on this day will yield success that multiplies.
On this special day people also donate to charity because it is believed that an act of kindness or a good deed will bring peace and happiness to the family. Contributions are made, big and small, to helping ease suffering and bring joy to another’s life. This Akshaya Tritiya, if you would like to make an auspicious contribution toward improving the life of a little child, click here.
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