Akshaya Navami is an important religious festival celebrated in Hinduism. It is also known as Amla Navami and Dhatri Navami. This festival is celebrated on the ninth day of the Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. There is a tradition of worshipping the Amla tree on this day.
According to religious belief, the fruits of chanting, penance, worship, charity and virtuous deeds done on Akshaya Navami remain Akshaya i.e. last for a long time. Lord Vishnu and the Amla tree are especially worshipped on this day.
Why is Akshaya Navami called Amla Navami?
There is a special tradition of worshipping the Amla tree on Akshaya Navami. Amla is called Dhatri in Sanskrit, hence this festival is also called Dhatri Navami.
In religious tradition, the Amla tree is associated with Lord Vishnu. Devotees worship under the Amla tree on this day, light lamps and remember Lord Vishnu.
Religious Significance of Akshaya Navami
Akshaya Navami is considered important for virtue and religious practice. “Akshay” means – that which does not decay or end.
According to religious belief, the virtuous results of:
Chanting
Tapas
Donation
Worship
Fasting
Service
Religious recitation
done on this day are considered to be everlasting.
That is why devotees perform religious and charitable works as per their capacity on this day.
Akshay Navami and Lord Vishnu
Worship of Lord Vishnu is considered to be of special importance on Akshay Navami. Devotees worship the Amla tree along with Lord Vishnu and pray for happiness, peace and prosperity of the family.
Lord Vishnu is especially remembered in the religious traditions related to Tulsi and Amla.
Water Puja of Akshaya Navami
On the day of Akshaya Navami, a resolution for the puja is taken after taking a bath in the morning.
Worship Materials
Amla tree
Water
Roli or Kumkum
Akshat
Flowers
Incense
Worship of Amla Tree on Akshaya Navami
The most important tradition of this festival is the worship of Amla Tree.
Devotees offer water at the root of the Amla tree and circumambulate around it. In many places, women also sit under the Amla tree and perform puja, katha and eat food.
This tradition also reflects religious respect for the Amla tree and a sense of gratitude towards nature.
Parikrama on Akshaya Navami
According to religious belief, circumambulating the Amla tree on Akshaya Navami is considered auspicious.
Different regions and families may have different traditions regarding the number of circumambulations. Therefore, it is appropriate to perform the circumambulation as per one's family tradition.
Fast on Akshaya Navami
Many devotees observe a fast on Akshaya Navami. The nature of the fast may vary according to the person's faith and family tradition.
Some devotees fast the entire day, while some eat fruits or sattvik food.
The purpose of the fast is not only to abstain from food but also to remember God, practice restraint, service and religious practice.
What to donate on Akshaya Navami?
Charity is considered to be of special importance on Akshaya Navami.
The following items can be donated as per your capacity:
Food
Fruits
Clothes
Jaggery
Grains
Food
Blankets
Religious books
Financial help to the needy Help
Donation should always be given according to one's faith and ability.
Tradition of Eating Amla on Akshaya Navami
Amla is considered an important fruit in Indian tradition. The tradition of consuming Amla on Akshaya Navami is also seen in many places.
Religiously, it is consumed as Prasad or Satvik food associated with the festival.
Story of Akshaya Navami
Many folk tales and religious stories associated with Akshaya Navami are prevalent in different regions. These describe the glory of the Amla tree, the blessings of Lord Vishnu, and the importance of charity.
According to a popular tale, a poor man worshipped Lord Vishnu and faced many difficulties in his life. He worshipped the Amla tree with devotion and donated as much as he could. By the grace of God, happiness and prosperity came into his life.
The main message of this story is that faith, devotion, charity and service are more important than wealth.
There are different regional versions of the story of Akshaya Navami, hence the details of the story may vary according to local traditions.
What to do on Akshaya Navami?
On Akshaya Navami, devotees can do the following things according to their faith:
Worship Lord Vishnu.
Worship the Amla tree.
Chant Vishnu mantra.
Circumambulate the Amla tree.
Feed the needy.
Donate food and clothes Do it.
Recite religious texts.
Perform bhajans and kirtans with the family.
Take a pledge to protect nature and trees.
What not to do on Akshaya Navami?
From a religious point of view, it is advised to maintain restraint in thoughts, words and deeds on the day of the festival.
On this day:
Do not insult anyone.
Avoid unnecessary anger and disputes.
Stay away from deceit and fraud.
Help the needy person as much as possible.
Do not harm trees and nature.
The purpose of these things is to celebrate the religious festival with self-restraint and virtue.
Akshaya Spiritual Message of Navami
Akshaya Navami gives us the message of devotion, charity, service and respect for nature.
The worship of the Amla tree is not only a religious ritual but also expresses the feeling of respect for nature in Indian tradition. Devotees pray to God on this day that the spirit of righteousness, compassion and service always remains in their lives.
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Lamp
Mauli
Fruits
Naivedya
Lord Vishnu's picture or Idol
Method of Worship
Take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
Go to the Amla tree for worship or worship Lord Vishnu at home.
Clean the area around the Amla tree.
Offer water at the root of the tree as per your faith.
Offer roli, Akshat and flowers on the tree.
Tie a sacred thread and worship the Amla tree.
Light a lamp and incense.
Meditate on Lord Vishnu and chant mantras.
Circumambulate the Amla tree.
Offer Naivedya to the Lord.
Donate food, clothes or other things as per your capacity to a needy person Do it.
Finally, pray for the happiness, peace and well-being of the family.
Akshaya Navami and Kartik month
Akshaya Navami falls in the Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. Kartik month is considered special for the devotion of Lord Vishnu and religious practice.
The traditions of lighting lamps, bathing, fasting, worship, chanting and donating are prevalent in Kartik month. In this religious atmosphere, the festival of Akshaya Navami also holds special significance.
Mantra of Lord Vishnu on Akshaya Navami
This mantra can be chanted to worship Lord Vishnu:
Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya॥
Devotees can chant the mantra as per their faith and convenience.
Importance of Amla tree in the worship of Akshaya Navami
Amla tree is called Dhatri. It is considered sacred in religious tradition and is worshipped on Akshaya Navami.
Worshiping the Amla tree also reminds us of the Indian tradition of conserving nature and trees. Therefore, it is worthwhile to take a pledge to respect trees and protect the environment on this day.
Food and Prasad on Akshaya Navami
In many places, there is a tradition of eating under the Amla tree on Akshaya Navami. The food is kept sattvik and is offered to God and then consumed as Prasad.
The arrangements for food and Prasad may vary according to local tradition.
FAQ: Akshaya Navami
1. What is Akshaya Navami?
Akshaya Navami is a Hindu religious festival celebrated on the ninth day of the Shukla Paksha (bright fortnight) of Kartik month. It is also known as Amla Navami and Dhatri Navami.
2. Why is Akshaya Navami called Amla Navami?
There is a special tradition of worshipping the Amla tree on this day, hence it is called Amla Navami.
3. Which God is worshipped on Akshaya Navami?
Worship of Lord Vishnu is considered to be of special importance on Akshaya Navami. Amla tree is also worshipped with devotion.
4. What should be donated on Akshaya Navami?
Food grains, clothes, fruits, food and helping needy people can be donated as per one's capacity.
5. Is it necessary to keep a fast on Akshaya Navami?
It is not mandatory to keep a fast. Devotees can keep a fast as per their faith, health and family tradition.
6. How to worship the Amla tree on Akshaya Navami?
Clean the area near the Amla tree and offer water, roli-akshat and flowers, light a lamp and circumambulate the tree with devotion.
7. What is the meaning of Akshaya Navami?
“Akshaya” means that which does not decay. According to religious belief, the fruits of virtuous deeds done on this day are considered to be everlasting.
8. Which mantra should be recited on Akshaya Navami?
The mantra “Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya” can be chanted to worship Lord Vishnu.
Akshaya Navami, also known as Amla Navami and Dhatri Navami, is an important festival associated with the devotion of Lord Vishnu, worship of Amla tree, charity and religious practice.
On this day, devotees worship the Amla tree, remember Lord Vishnu and do charity as per their capacity. According to religious belief, the fruits of good deeds done on Akshaya Navami are considered everlasting.
This festival, along with devotion, also gives us the message of respect for nature, service, charity and good conduct.
Victory to Lord Vishnu.
Victory to Amla Mata.
Heartiest wishes for Akshaya Navami.
Upcoming Akshaya Navami dates
- 18 November 2026, Wednesday