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Dhanteras is the first day of five-day Diwali festival. Dhanteras 2025 date is October 18. Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi or Dhanvantari Triodasi) is celebrated on thirteenth day of Krishna Paksha in Kartik Month. On Dhanteras festival day, Goddess Dhanlakshmi is worshipped for prosperity and happiness.
Dhanteras Lakshmi Puja is very important for businessmen. On this day, houses and business places are cleaned neatly and decorated. Colourful Rangolis or Alpanas or Muggulu and Lakshmis footprints are drawn to welcome the Goddess to their living spaces and to their business homes. Diyas are kept burning throughout the night as the Goddess brings light into their lives.
Devotees believe that purchasing any new things on Dhanteras brings luck and charm to them. In the evening, Lakshmi Puja is performed in tremendous atmosphere dedicated to the Goddess.
Significance
- Deities Worshipped: The festival honors Lord Dhanvantari, the god of Ayurveda, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. It is believed that worshipping these deities brings prosperity and good fortune
- Cleansing and Preparation: Homes are thoroughly cleaned and decorated with lights and rangoli designs to welcome Lakshmi. This day emphasizes themes of renewal and auspiciousness
Celebrations
- Purchasing Traditions: Dhanteras is considered an auspicious day for buying precious metals like gold and silver, as well as new utensils. This practice symbolizes the arrival of wealth into the home.
- Rituals: The evening includes lighting diyas (lamps) and performing Lakshmi Puja. Special offerings are made, including sweets and traditional foods
Important Dates and Timings for 2025
Dhana Trayodashi Pradosha Kaala Lakshmi Puja Time: 5.44 PM to 8.12 PM
Vrishabha Lagna Lakshmi Pooja Time: 7.22 PM to 8.12 PM (Sthira Lagna Lakshmi Pooja)
Yamadeepa Prajwalan (Time for Lighting Yamadeepam): 5.44 PM to 6.58 PM
Cultural Legends
One popular legend associated with Dhanteras involves a young prince whose wife saved him from death by keeping him awake with stories and lighting lamps to dazzle Yama, the god of death. This clever act led to the celebration of Dhanteras as a day of protection against untimely death. Dhanteras serves as a reminder of the importance of health, wealth, and family well-being, setting the stage for the subsequent celebrations of Diwali.
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