Akshaya Tritiya, also referred to as Akha Teej, is a very special and sacred day in the Hindu calendar. It falls during the Vaishakha month and is thought to be auspicious, happy, and successful. To commemorate the day, people offer prayers to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu, fast (don’t eat their normal meals), and prepare rich food.
Why Akshaya Tritiya is Important
“Akshaya” means something that never ends. People are of the view that if they do good deeds on this day, they will be blessed for their whole life long. It is also Lord Parashurama’s birthday, who is an avatar of Lord Vishnu. It is believed that the sacred river Ganga descended on earth on this day as well. People prefer to initiate things and donate, as it is so auspicious.
How to Fast on Akshaya Tritiya: Do’s and Don’ts
Fasting on this day is a way of expressing worship and seeking blessings.
Things You Should Do:
- Get up early in the morning and bathe. This makes you clean and fresh.
- Pray to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. Offer them flowers and sweets.
- Chant a prayer or read holy scriptures. Read about mantras or gods and goddesses.
- Eat fasting food only. Fruits, milk, or plain food such as sabudana are okay. Avoid rice, wheat, or regular salt.
- Donate to others. Giving something, such as clothes or food, to needy people makes God happy.
- Purchase gold or silver. Mostly, gold is purchased for good luck.
Things You Should Not Do:
- Don’t eat onions or garlic, or meat. Eat clean, pure food.
- Don’t fight or be rude. Speak politely to all people.
- Don’t lend or take money loans. Don’t lend or take loans today.
- Don’t cut hair or nails. These are not good on holy days.
- Shoo away bad thoughts. Think good and happy thoughts alone.
Special Recipes for Prosperity
Even on days of fasting, you can eat healthy and yummy food. I am giving you below some simple recipes for trying out:
1. Sabudana Khichdi (Tapioca Pearl Dish)
You Will Need the Following Ingredients:
- 1 cup soaked sabudana (white pearls)
- 1 boiled potato, chopped (cubed)
- 2 ground peanuts (tablespoons)
- Rock salt (sendha namak)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Ghee (to fry)
- Green chilies (optional)
- Coriander leaves
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👉 Click here to watch the recipe on YouTube
2. Fruit Chaat (Mixed Fruits)
What You Need:
- Any fruits like banana, apple, papaya, pomegranate
- Rock salt
- Lemon juice
- Roasted cumin powder
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3. Makhana Kheer (Fox Nut Kheer)
What You Need:
- Makhana (Fox Nuts) – 1 cup
- Milk – 4 cups
- Sugar – 4-5 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
- Cardamom Powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Saffron strands – a few (optional, for color and fragrance)
- Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, pistachios) – 2 tablespoons
- Ghee (Clarified Butter) – 1 tablespoon
- Rose water – 1 teaspoon (optional, for fragrance)
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👉Click here to watch the recipe on YouTube
4. Lauki Halwa (Bottle Gourd Sweet)
What You Need:
- 2 cups grated bottle gourd (lauki)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Ghee
- Cardamom powder
- Dry fruits
Watch & Cook Along!
👉Click here to watch the recipe on YouTube
Final Thought
Akshaya Tritiya is not only about fasting and eating. It’s a day to serve, pray, and be joyful within. Whatever good you do today gets blessed and never goes to waste. So if you’re fasting, donating to poor individuals, or making special food, do it smiling. Bless your Akshaya Tritiya and make it happy!
