Akshaya Navami 2024, also called Amla Navami, is celebrated on the ninth day of the Kartik month in the Hindu calendar. This day is two days before Dev Uthani Ekadashi and is very important because it marks the start of Satya Yuga. Because of this, Akshaya Navami is also known as Satya Yugadi. The word “Akshaya” means “never-ending,” which means that any good deeds or prayers done on this day are thought to bring benefits forever, not just in this life but also in future lives.
Akshaya Navami is as special as Akshaya Tritiya, which marks the start of Treta Yuga. While Akshaya Tritiya is celebrated as Treta Yugadi, Akshaya Navami is honored as Satya Yugadi.
One of the most well-known traditions linked to Akshaya Navami is the Parikrama, which involves walking around the holy twin towns of Mathura and Vrindavan. On this special day, many devotees make this journey to gain endless spiritual blessings.
Also, the day is called Amla Navami because people traditionally worship the Amla tree, which is considered very lucky. In West Bengal, the same day is celebrated as Jagaddhatri Puja, honoring Goddess Jagaddhatri, who is seen as the protector and giver of strength.
Akshaya Navami on Sunday, November 10, 2024
Akshaya Navami 2024 Puja Time
- Duration – 05 Hours 25 Mins
- Akshaya Navami Purvahna Time – 06:40 AM to 12:05 PM
- Navami Tithi Begins – 10:45 PM on Nov 09, 2024
- Navami Tithi Ends – 09:01 PM on Nov 10, 2024
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Worship the Amla Tree
- Before the sun rises, sit close to the tree with your worship items.
- On Akshaya Navami, worship the tree in the northeast.
- Use turmeric, kumkum, and your worship items to honor the tree.
- Clean around the tree’s roots, pour water and raw milk, and wrap a raw thread or mauli around the trunk. While doing this, look at the tree eight times.
- In some places, it’s also said to praise the tree 108 times.
- After worshipping, read and listen to the traditional Navami story. It’s believed that even foreign or self-written texts can be used.
- After worshipping, sit under the tree and eat food to wish for happiness and prosperity.
Importance of Akshaya Navami 2024
Akshaya Navami is believed to bring eternal rewards for good deeds done on this day, along with blessings from Goddess Lakshmi. Worshipping the Amla tree on this day brings happiness, wealth, and health. Chanting, fasting, and giving donations on this day cleanse you of all sins. On Akshaya Navami, both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva are said to be present in the Amla tree. So, it’s important to give and eat Amla on this day. Spending time under the Amla tree with family and sharing a meal brings prosperity to your home.
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