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Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is a festival that is celebrated with a lot of joy and fervour. It marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival celebrated in India. It falls on the 13th day of the Hindu lunar calendar’s Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin. People worship Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health and Ayurveda on this day. They pray for good health and prosperity.
The day is also considered auspicious for buying gold, silver and other precious items, as it’s believed that making new purchases brings wealth and good fortune.
Dhanteras 2024 Date and Time
This year, Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 29. The puja muhurat is from 06:31 PM to 08:13 PM. The Pradosh Kaal will start at 05:38 PM and end at 08:13 PM. The Trayodashi Tithi will begin on October 29 at 10:31 AM and end on October 30 at 01:15 PM.
Dhanteras is also considered to be an auspicious day for buying gold, cars, silver and making other investments. Here are 10 auspicious items you can buy on this day for good luck.
Gold or Silver Coins
Buying gold or silver coins that are engraved with images of Goddess Lakshmi or Lord Ganesha is considered to be auspicious. It symbolises wealth and prosperity which can bring financial stability.
Jewellery
Purchasing gold or silver jewellery on Dhanteras signifies eternal prosperity. It is also a popular choice as it brings term wealth and success.
Utensils
Buying metal utensils, especially silver or copper on Dhanteras is a tradition that is believed to bring good health and longevity to the household.
Gomti Chakras
These are small sea snail shells that are considered to be a symbol of prosperity. Keeping them at home or in your wallet can attract fortune and also protects against negative energies.
Idols of Lakshmi and Ganesha
Idols of Goddess Lakshmi (goddess of wealth) and Lord Ganesha (god of wisdom and prosperity) are bought during Dhanteras for worship as it is believed to bring blessings for success and well-being.
Broom
A broom is a symbol of cleanliness and is believed to keep away poverty and bad energies, thereby, making space for prosperity.
Electronics
Purchasing electronic items is considered lucky on Dhanteras as it symbolises progress.
Clothing
Buying new clothes on Dhanteras signifies the removal of old negative energies and brings new and positive energies into life.
For professionals or business owners, purchasing tools or equipment on Dhanteras can bring success and growth to their ventures.
Ghee and Oil Lamps
Ghee lamps are lit on Dhanteras to invoke blessings of health, peace and prosperity. Lighting lamps symbolises the victory of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance.