Akshaya Tritiya 2017 or Akha Teej 2017 is a highly auspicious and holy day which falls on the 3rd day after Shukla Paksha Tritiya (Amavasya or waxing phase of moon) in the Hindu month of Vaishakha.
As per as traditional Hindu astrology and almanac, each second on the Akshaya Tritiya day is auspicious. It is said that there is no need to look for a ‘muhurat’ on the day. The word Akshaya means ‘that which never diminishes’ and the day is ideal for beginning new ventures as it is believed that all investments and purchasing on this day appreciate.
Akshaya Tritiya falling on a Rohini Nakshatra so that this day is very important for doing any Japa, Dan-Punya(Charity), Yajna, Petra Tarpan. It is believed that to bring good luck and success of life.
On Akshaya Tritiya, most people purchase Gold on this day as it is believed that buying Gold on Akshaya Tritiya brings success, prosperity, and more wealth in coming future.
As per traditional Hindu Astrology, three lunar days, Yugadi, Akshaya Tritiya and Vijay Dashami don’t need any Muhurta (Timing) to start or perform any important work as these 3 days are free from all malefic effects.
Akshaya Tritiya day is ruled by God Vishnu (the preserver) who is the one of the supreme gods in the Hindu Trinity including Brahma (the creator) and Lord Shiva(the destroyer). According to traditional Hindu mythology, Treta Yuga started on Akshaya Tritiya day. Normally, Akshaya Tritiya and Parashuram Jayanti, the birthday anniversary of 6th incarnation of Lord Vishnu, celebrated on the same day.
There are various history and legends associated with Akshaya Tritiya; the most popular story is that of Sudama or Kuchela visiting Lord Krishna in Dwarka, with a handful of beaten rice (poha). Another legend suggests that the Pandavas received the Akshaya Pathram (bowl) from Lord Krishna (in the Mahabharata) on this day.
Hindus believe that gold bought on the day of Akshaya Tritiya brings everlasting prosperity and also that this wealth stays in the family for generations. This is the reason people wait for the whole year for this day to come, so that they can buy gold and other precious metals that stay with their family for generations. Akshaya Tritiya and Dhantrayodashi are the two most significant days in Hindu calendar to buy gold. Apart from these two days, Pushya Nakshatra days are also considered auspicious to buy gold.
Ever since Vedic times, gold has been the most precious metal, a symbol of wealth, prosperity, and power. In Hinduism, the wealth and gold can be accumulated with the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, who is the consort of Lord Vishnu and dwells in his heart. The day of Akshaya Tritiya is blessed by Lord Vishnu. On this day, Lakshminarayana form of Lord Vishnu, along with Goddess Lakshmi, is worshipped with full devotion. This is the reason the day of Akshaya Tritiya is linked to Goddess Lakshmi.
The purity level of gold coins, as with diamonds, is measured in karats. A 24kt coin comes with purity level of 99.9 percent, whereas a 22kt coin is 91.67 percent pure.
Choosing the purity level is also dependent on your budget, because a 24kt coin will be costlier than the 22kt one.
If you are wondering whether to buy from a physical store or an online one, buying from an online store is a way better option since you can sit comfortably in your home and log onto a well-reputed online shopping site and buy gold coins and bullion bars this Akshaya Tritiya.
The best advantage is that you don’t have to drive in the traffic, spending your precious time, to pick your gold because you can also have your gold bullion coins and bars delivered to your home.
Zenithgold.com.au is a large online store that boasts a wide selection of gold bullion bars and coins in a variety of designs. Besides all the coins displayed in this e-store being pure, buying gold bars and coins from this online gold store is very simple. All you need to do is visit zenithgold.com.au.
Their easily navigable website has a well-organised menu, helping you pick the right gold bullion coin or bullion bar without any hassle. Once you have made your choice, buy it, and they will ship the gold to your doorstep at no extra cost. On the menu are gold bullion coins, which range from 1/2oz to 1kg. Gold bullion bars are offered in 1g minted to 100g minted varieties.
Besides gold, they sell silver bullion coins and bars as well. Silver bullion coins also are sold here in the same sizes as gold coins–1/2oz to 1kg in weight. Silver bullion bars are sold within the 1oz to 100oz range.
They also have gold collector coins and silver collector coins, besides heaps of other choices if you wish to invest in gold and silver bars and coins.
For more info on purchase, please contact: Ram Mohan / Director / Zenith Gold — 0421652132
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