Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 29, 2024. The festival of Dhanatrayodashi falls on the day of Krishna Paksha Trayodashi in the month of Kartik. This auspicious festival holds immense significance in Hindu culture as it honors Lord Dhanvantari, the father of Ayurveda, and Kuber Dev, the deity of wealth.
According to Hindu scriptures, Dhanteras marks the day when Lord Dhanvantari emerged during the Samudra Manthan, carrying the Amrit Kalash, symbolizing health and vitality. Mata Mahalakshmi, another divine figure associated with wealth, also appeared, making this day dedicated to prosperity and well-being.
Auspicious Purchases: What to Buy on Dhanteras
Gold and Silver Items: Ruled by Venus and Jupiter, purchasing gold or silver ensures good fortune and health.
Clothing, Perfumes, and Makeup Items: These Venus-ruled items attract positive energy and enhance well-being.
Milk-Based Sweets: A symbol of nourishment and prosperity, sweets made of milk are considered highly auspicious.
Brass Items: Brass, linked with Jupiter, brings prosperity and stability to the family.
Medicines: Buying medicinal items on Dhanteras is believed to promote good health for the entire family.
Inauspicious Purchases: What Not to Buy on Dhanteras
Steel Utensils: Ruled by Rahu and Saturn, steel can bring negative energy, especially for individuals with weak Saturn and Rahu. Purchasing steel utensils could lead to health issues and discord among family members.
Iron Furniture and Utensils: Associated with Lord Shani, buying iron items may increase harshness in behavior and sensitivity issues, especially affecting marital harmony and overall household peace.
Glass Items: Ruled by Rahu, glass items could affect decision-making abilities and attract hidden enemies, particularly for those with a negative Rahu influence.
Aluminum and Man-Made Metals: Ruled by Ketu, Saturn, and Rahu, these items are best avoided, as they could invite negativity, particularly for those with challenging planetary positions.
Sharp Objects: Mars governs sharp objects, which can lead to discord and family tensions if purchased, especially if Mars or Ketu are in a negative position in one’s horoscope.
Dhanteras Rituals to Attract Wealth & Prosperity
- On Dhanteras, devotees perform rituals to invite health, wealth, and protection into their homes:
- Worship Lord Dhanvantari, Kuber Dev, and Mata Mahalakshmi to seek blessings for prosperity and health.
- Light lamps in the evening and seek the blessings of ancestors, wishing protection against untimely death.
- Special readings such as the Shri Kanakdhara Strotra and Shri Suktam are recommended for prosperity.
- Traditional purchases are made to bring auspicious energy into the household.
Following these tips this Dhanteras can help attract prosperity, health, and harmony into your life.
Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!
