Dhanteras 2023: Why Is Dhanteras Celebrated? History And Significance
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On Dhanteras, Goddess Lakshmi, Ganesha, Dhanvantri, and Lord Kubera are worshipped during the puja.
Dhanteras, which marks the beginning of Diwali, will be observed on November 10, Friday, this year. The day is considered to be an auspicious day for buying gold and silver jewellery, utensils, and even electronics in a bid to welcome Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera - both representing wealth and prosperity in Hindu mythology - to their homes. Dhanteras is also known as Dhantryodashi and it is celebrated on the 13th lunar day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu calendar month of Ashvin or Kartika.
Dhanteras is a combination of two words. 'Dhan' denotes wealth, and 'Teras' denotes the thirteenth day of Krishna Paksha. On this day, Goddess Lakshmi, Ganesha, Dhanvantri, and Lord Kubera are worshipped during the puja. Goddess Saraswati, Goddess Maha Lakshmi, and Goddess Maha Kaali are the three forms of Goddess Lakshmi that are worshipped during the puja.
Dhanteras is a celebration of spiritual victory and the Diwali festivities, spanning over five days. On this day, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kubera and Lord Dhanvantrari, the God of Ayurveda and health, seeking blessings for wealth, prosperity and well-being. According to Hindu mythology, it is believed that those who offer prayers to Lord Dhanvantrari on this festival get relieved from all types of diseases and sufferings.
