Dhanteras: A Complete Guide to Significance, Rituals, and Celebrations

Dhanteras rituals, significance, and traditions to invoke Lakshmi's blessings

By Sanatan Hindu2 min readUpdated 10 August 2026Audio available
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परिचय

Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is the first day of the five-day Diwali festivities in Hinduism. It is a celebration of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune, associated with Goddess Lakshmi. The term 'Dhanteras' is derived from the Sanskrit words 'dhan' meaning wealth and 'teras' meaning thirteen, as it falls on the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik. This day is considered highly auspicious for purchasing precious metals like silver and gold, and for performing rituals to invoke the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.

महत्व

Dhanteras is significant because it marks the beginning of the Diwali celebrations and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity. It is also associated with the story of Dhanvantari, the physician of the gods, who is said to have emerged from the ocean of milk on this day, holding a pot of amrita. The day is also dedicated to Yama, the god of death, and is known as Yama Deepam or Yamadeepdaan. People light lamps and offer prayers to Yama to seek his blessings for a long and healthy life.

कब मनाएं

The best time to perform the Dhanteras rituals is during the Pradosh Kaal, which is the time period between sunset and moonrise. This is considered the most auspicious time for performing the puja and for purchasing precious metals.

अपना सटीक शुभ समय जानें अपने शहर और तिथि के लिए शुभ मुहूर्त और चौघड़िया देखें।

आवश्यक सामग्री

Silver or gold coins
New utensils
Candles
Incense sticks
Flowers
Fruits
Sweets
Coconuts
Betel leaves
Areca nuts

तैयारी कैसे करें

  1. 1Clean and decorate the house
  2. 2Prepare the puja area
  3. 3Gather all the required samagri
  4. 4Take a bath and wear new clothes
  5. 5Light the lamps and candles

कैसे मनाएं

  1. 1Begin the puja by invoking the blessings of Lord Ganesha
  2. 2Offer prayers to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber
  3. 3Light the lamps and candles
  4. 4Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to the deities
  5. 5Chant the mantras and perform the aarti
  6. 6Distribute the prasad among the family members

मंत्र

Lakshmi Mantra

ॐ श्री महालक्ष्म्यै नमः

Om Shri Maha Lakshmyai Namaha

अर्थ: Salutations to Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of wealth and prosperity

Kuber Mantra

ॐ श्री कुबेराय नमः

Om Shri Kuberaya Namaha

अर्थ: Salutations to Lord Kuber, the god of wealth and prosperity

पालन के नियम

  • Wake up early in the morning and take a bath
  • Wear new clothes and perform the puja
  • Avoid eating non-vegetarian food
  • Avoid drinking alcohol
  • Avoid engaging in any negative or harmful activities

करें

  • Purchase precious metals like silver and gold
  • Buy new utensils and other household items
  • Perform the puja and offer prayers to the deities
  • Distribute sweets and other items among the family members and neighbors
  • Light the lamps and candles to illuminate the house

न करें

  • Avoid performing the puja during the Rahu Kalam
  • Avoid eating food during the puja
  • Avoid using electronic devices during the puja
  • Avoid engaging in any arguments or fights during the puja
  • Avoid leaving the house empty and dark during the night

सामान्य गलतियाँ

  • Not performing the puja at the right time
  • Not using the correct samagri
  • Not following the proper vidhi
  • Not distributing the prasad among the family members
  • Not keeping the house clean and decorated

क्षेत्रीय विविधताएँ

  • In some regions, people perform the puja during the morning hours
  • In some regions, people use different types of samagri for the puja
  • In some regions, people follow different rituals and traditions
  • In some regions, people celebrate Dhanteras on a different day
  • In some regions, people have different customs and practices

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न

What is the significance of Dhanteras?
Dhanteras is a celebration of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune, associated with Goddess Lakshmi.
What are the best times to perform the Dhanteras rituals?
The best time to perform the Dhanteras rituals is during the Pradosh Kaal, which is the time period between sunset and moonrise.

संदर्भ और पारंपरिक टिप्पणियाँ

  • The Dhanteras rituals and traditions vary by region, family tradition, sampradaya, and guru lineage
  • The day is also dedicated to Yama, the god of death, and is known as Yama Deepam or Yamadeepdaan
  • People light lamps and offer prayers to Yama to seek his blessings for a long and healthy life

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