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Complete Guide to Dhanwantari: Significance, Worship, Mantras, and Festivals

Discover the significance of Dhanwantari, the Hindu god of medicine, and learn how to worship him with mantras and rituals.

By Sanatan Hindu2 min readUpdated 10 August 2026Audio available
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Dhanwantari — Hindu Deity

Introduction

The celebration of Dhanwantari Jayanti, the birthday of Dhanwantari, is an important festival in the Hindu calendar. It is observed on the Trayodashi day of the bright half of the month of Kartik, which usually falls in October or November. On this day, devotees worship Dhanwantari with great fervor, offering prayers, flowers, and other offerings to seek his blessings. The festival is an opportunity for devotees to reflect on the importance of health, wellness, and spiritual growth, and to seek the guidance of Dhanwantari in their journey towards self-realization. In many parts of India, Dhanwantari Jayanti is celebrated with great enthusiasm, with devotees participating in processions, chanting mantras, and performing rituals to invoke the blessings of the divine healer.

Significance

The significance of Dhanwantari lies in his role as the god of medicine and healing. He is revered as a symbol of health, wellness, and spiritual growth, and his worship is believed to bring numerous benefits to devotees, including relief from diseases, good health, and inner peace. The worship of Dhanwantari is also believed to promote a sense of gratitude and appreciation for the gift of life and the importance of maintaining good health.

Best Time to Perform

The best time to perform the worship of Dhanwantari is during the early morning hours, preferably during the sunrise, when the atmosphere is filled with positive energy. Devotees can also worship Dhanwantari during the evening hours, around sunset, when the atmosphere is calm and peaceful.

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Required Samagri (Materials)

✦Dhanwantari idol or picture
✦Incense sticks
✦Flowers
✦Fruits
✦Water
✦Milk
✦Honey
✦Ghee
✦Cotton threads

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Clean and purify the worship area
  2. 2Set up the Dhanwantari idol or picture
  3. 3Light the incense sticks and offer prayers
  4. 4Offer flowers, fruits, and other items to Dhanwantari
  5. 5Chant the Dhanwantari mantra and perform the puja

Step-by-Step Vidhi

  1. 1Begin by cleansing and purifying the worship area with water and ghee
  2. 2Set up the Dhanwantari idol or picture and decorate it with flowers and other items
  3. 3Light the incense sticks and offer prayers to Dhanwantari, invoking his presence and seeking his blessings
  4. 4Offer flowers, fruits, and other items to Dhanwantari, expressing gratitude for his gifts and seeking his guidance
  5. 5Chant the Dhanwantari mantra and perform the puja, focusing on the divine healer and seeking his healing energy

Mantras

Dhanwantari Mantra

ॐ श्री धन्वंतरये नमः

Om Shri Dhanvantariye Namaha

Meaning: Salutations to Lord Dhanwantari, the divine healer

Dhanwantari Stuti

ॐ जय जय धन्वंतरि देवा स्वामी

Om Jaya Jaya Dhanvantari Deva Swami

Meaning: Victory to Lord Dhanwantari, the divine healer and lord

Do's

  • ✓Offer flowers and fruits to Dhanwantari
  • ✓Chant the Dhanwantari mantra with devotion and sincerity
  • ✓Perform the puja and worship Dhanwantari with a pure heart and mind

Don'ts

  • ✗Do not worship Dhanwantari with a impure heart and mind
  • ✗Do not offer non-vegetarian food and liquor to Dhanwantari
  • ✗Do not perform the puja and worship Dhanwantari with a sense of greed or selfishness

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • •Not following the vrat rules and regulations
  • •Not performing the puja and worship with devotion and sincerity
  • •Not offering flowers and fruits to Dhanwantari

Regional Variations

  • •In some parts of India, Dhanwantari is worshipped as a god of medicine and healing, while in other parts, he is revered as a symbol of spiritual growth and self-realization
  • •In some regions, the worship of Dhanwantari is performed with great fervor and enthusiasm, while in other regions, it is performed with simplicity and humility

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Dhanwantari?▾
Dhanwantari is the Hindu god of medicine and healing, revered as a symbol of health, wellness, and spiritual growth.
What is the significance of Dhanwantari Jayanti?▾
Dhanwantari Jayanti is the birthday of Dhanwantari, celebrated on the Trayodashi day of the bright half of the month of Kartik, and is an important festival in the Hindu calendar.

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