AKSHAYA TRITYA
Akshaya Tritiya Is a significant day for the Hindus and people in general around the sub-continent India. The word ‘AKSHAYA’ means Fresh and ‘TRITYA’ means Third. From the Lunar cycle perspective, Tritya is the third day of the Lunar cycle. Before we get into understanding the Numerological and Astrological significance of this day, let us go back and understand the importance of this day through legends.
Legend # 1
Amongst the 9 incarnations of Lord Vishnu, the sixth (6) and Venus (Shukra) representation of the incarnation is Parasurama. He is said to be the Chiranjeevi (immortal) and is said that he will reappear as the 10th incarnation of Lord Vishnu as ‘Kalki’ at the end of the Kali-yuga. He balanced the cosmic equilibrium by defeating the Kshatriya class twenty-one (21) times. He was also the teacher of Drona Acharaya, Bhishma, and Karna. Ashshay Tritya is said to be the tithi of his birth.
Key Observations: 6th incarnation, Venus representing number 6, Twenty-one times (21 = 3), Guru-Shishya relationship (3 & 5)
Legend # 2
According to the Puranas, Maha Rishi Ved Vyasa started reciting the epic of Mahabharat to Lord Ganesha on the auspicious day of Akshay Tritya.
Key Observations: Reciting and writing – third house (3), Maha Rishi Ved Vyasa and Lord Ganesha – The Guru-Shishya relationship (3 & 5)
Legend # 3
During the 14 years of exile of the Pandavas, one day after offering prayers to Surya did the eldest son ‘Yudhisthra’ secured a bowl of rice. After finishing their meal did they have a visitor, Rishi Durvasa to whom they were supposed to feed. However, they just had a single grain of rice in their pot and Draupadi seek help from Lord Krishna, and in return, Lord Krishna blessed for the pot to be always full.
Key Observations: Pray to Lord Surya (1), Blessed by Lord Krishna – The Moon avatar of Lord Vishnu (2).
Legend # 4
It is also said that on this day Lord Krishna visited his childhood friend, Sudama who belonged to a poor family. Looking at the devotion and sincere friendship of Sudama, Lord Krishna blessed him with unlimited wealth.
Key Observations: Appreciation of relationship. Unlimited Wealth, natural significator (3 and 5)
Legend # 5
The half-brother of Ravana, Kubera is said to have received the position of ‘God of Wealth’ on this day.
Key Observations: Gaining position (1)
Legend # 6
The construction of the chariot of the famous rath-yatra at Jagannath Puri starts on the day of Akshay Tritya.
Key Observations: Starting the preparation of short-journey represented by the third house (3)
Significance of 2021 Akshay Tritya (Numerology Analysis)
AKSHAYA TRITYA in the year 2021, is one of the most important and unique days, and will possibly not return for centuries. In the year 2021, we will celebrate this day on Friday, 14th May 2021. Let us go through some calculations here:
• Date: 14 (5)
• Month: May (5)
• Year: 2021 (5)
• Total: DD/MM/YYYY = 14/05/2021 = 5/5/5 = 15 = 6
The power of Mercury is clearly visible on this date. The total of the number arrives at 6 (Venus), whereby Mercury & Venus as very close friends, hence giving very positive results.
• Mercury (5) – signifies intelligence, learning ability, analytical skills, and students.
• Venus (6) – signifies luxury, money, fame, and most importantly modern era teachers as Shukra is also a Guru.
Numerologically, understanding this analysis and keeping the legends in mind, this is a great day for seeking knowledge and learning which will give you wealth (do not mistake it for money) and paying respect to all teachers, mentors which will create a positive vibration and enhancement for all. Hence do remember to take out some time and embrace the special energy of Mercury and Venus, the student and teacher relationship on this day.
Significance of Akshaya Tritiya (Astrology Analysis)
AKSHAYA TRITIYA is based on the Tritiya (3rd) tithi of the lunar cycle. Let us go through some basic placements here:
• This festival is celebrated on the Tritiya tithi (3rd tithi).
• The tithi of Tritya is lorded by Mars (9)
• Sun (1) is always exalted on this day, which is the significator of your soul.
• Moon (2) is always exalted on this day, which is the significator of your mind.
• Combination of Sun (1) + Moon (2) = Jupiter (3) which signifies life.
In 2021, the following planets are in their own sign, hence in a very strong position:
• Venus (6) is in Taurus (own sign) signifying modern teachers
• Saturn (8) is in Capricorn (own sign) signifying karma and hard work
• Ketu is (7) in Scorpio (own sign) signifying your higher connect and occult
THINGS TO DO
• Wake up before Sunrise and ensure you take a bath
• Offer prayers to your Ancestors
• Thank your parents, family, and friends by offering them food and fruits
• Thank your teachers and mentors and appreciate them from within
• It is a good day to start the education of a child
• Have your kids write the first word as an auspicious step towards a successful education should Saraswati puja have been missed
• Apply sandalwood and saffron tilak on your forehead and if possible wear pearls on this day
• Donate something that is sweet and if possible donate jaggery
• Invest the day in anything that you feel will contribute to your growth and development. This can be education, learning, investment in property, metal, assets, or anything else
• As it is a lockdown and you may have restrictions to go out and buy metal, it would be great to grow dhaniya
CONCLUSION
Using Numerology and Astrology, one can clearly see the power of the 2021 Akshaya Tritya. It is a great day to align your Sun (1) soul and your Moon (2) mind, convert that Mercury (5) from jealousy to intelligence, and become a universal student with a promise to always make the Saturn (8) within you work hard, which is when hopefully we will be blessed by both the Gurus Jupiter (3) and Venus (6) to Mars (9) our courage and ability to burn the Maya of Rahu (4) to become a seeker and finally connect with our Ketu (7) – Moksha.
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