Learn Why the Amla Tree is Worshiped in the Month of Kartik 

Kartik Month Amla Puja: In Indian culture, every tree, every leaf is considered to be the living form of divine consciousness.  One of these sacred trees is the amla tree.  It is also known as Dev Vriksha Amrita.  In the scriptures, amla is also said to be the favorite of Lord Vishnu.  Amla Navami is also celebrated on the ninth day of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Kartik. The Amla tree is always considered to be worshiped even outside Amla Navami.  Amla is also very important in the context of Ayurveda as it is considered to be a symbol of health, longevity, and good fortune. 

Yes, according to the scriptures, circumambulating the amla tree, offering water on it, sitting under it, and eating bring family happiness, wealth, and prosperity.  That is why it is also called Deva Vriksha Puja. Amla tree worship is perfected by sitting under the amla tree, and in today’s article, we are going to give you complete information related to this, where we will tell you the mythological importance of amla worship, the amla tree worship method, and some special measures related to it.

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The mythological significance of Amla pooja?

Puranas describe that Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi reside in the amla tree.  Just as every Lord has some tree as his favorite tree, so Vishnu is very fond of the amla tree.  Padma Purana also describes that ‘Dhatri Vriksha Samaradhyaya Sarvapratham Pranashanam’ meaning that whoever worships Dhatri Vriksha, the tree of Amla, Lord Vishnu destroys all his sins.

Besides, the scriptures describe that Lord Vishnu resides in the amla tree during yoga sleep in the milky ocean.  That is why the worship of this tree gives the same fruits as the worship of Vishnu.  According to astrologers and scholars, the amla tree is directly related to Jupiter, the planet of the Guru.  The amla tree houses the positive and divine energy of the planet Guru. This tree is considered to be a symbol of knowledge, religion, health, prosperity, and child happiness.  Brihaspati himself is also the primeval deity of Vishnu. Therefore, the relationship between Vishnu and Jupiter is considered to be a divine relationship.

Method of Kartik Month Amla Puja

To worship the amla tree, take a bath before sunrise and retire.  This tree is highly worshiped in the month of Kartik as it is the month of Lord Vishnu waking up from yoga sleep.  In such a case, take a resolution on an auspicious day in the month of Kartik and say, ‘I will worship Lord Vishnu and the Dhatri tree.

Then bathe the amla tree with water, Ganga water, or milk.   Then decorate the tree with turmeric, rice, and flowers.  Make a swastika around the tree with roli and turmeric.  Light lamps around the tree and circumambulate it seven times.  Meditate on Lord Vishnu, Mother Lakshmi, and Mother Tulsi.

During the circumambulation of this tree, you can also chant the mantra Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaaya Namah.  After that, if possible, sit under the amla tree and eat.  Eating with family is extremely rewarding and afterwards donate as much as possible to someone in need.

Scientific and Ayurvedic approach to Amla worship and Amla consumption 

Amla is not only a religious tree but also a natural source of health.  Amla is rich in vitamin C. It is called Tridosh Nashak in Ayurveda. Tridosh Nashaka means a substance that balances Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Consumption of amla not only makes one physically strong but also improves mental health, hence it is called the nectar fruit.  And that is why Amla Navami is celebrated every year so that more and more people can worship Amla, plant Amla trees, protect the environment, and enjoy health benefits.

Benefits of worshiping the Amla tree

• Worship of the Amla tree pleases Mother Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu.
• Worshipping Amla brings permanent prosperity to the house.
• Those mothers who have long desired children get child happiness by worshiping it.
• People who are physically and mentally weak can get health benefits by worshiping the Amla tree.
• It is said that worshiping Amla gets rid of Pitra Dosh and planetary obstacles.

Overall, Amla Puja is not a religious ritual but the highest celebration of nature and divine powers.  This festival teaches us that God does not reside in temples but in nature.  The festival of Amla Navami is celebrated to worship the Amla tree for its preservation.  On this holy day, one should plant an amla tree, serve the amla, sit under it, and worship and take advantage of its shade, as Dhatri worship is the best way to attain Vishnu.

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