Akshaya Tritiya is regarded as one of the most auspicious days for new
beginnings. This festival occurs on the third day (Tritiya) of the bright
fortnight (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Vaishakha every year.
The word ‘Akshaya’ in Sanskrit means inexhaustible, that which is unlimited or
everlasting. Thus this festival is a celebration of unending happiness, peace
and prosperity.
It was on this day that Sudama, a poor brahmana, went to Dwaraka and met His
childhood friend, Lord Krishna. Though Sudama never asked the Lord for any
help, Lord Krishna blessed him with unlimited prosperity in return for his
most humble offering of chipped rice.
In spite of possessing great riches, Sudama remained a great devotee of the
Lord and never forgot Him till the end of his life. Consequently, he attained
the supreme perfection. Thus Akshaya Tritiya is also a festival of
Lord Sri Krishna’s blessings for prosperity and devotion.
