Dhanteras 2023: 'Shubh muhurat', when to buy gold this year

During Dhanteras, people worship Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi in the evening.

Dhanteras, also referred to as Dhantrayodashi, is observed annually on the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha in the Kartik month of the Hindu calendar, usually the month of November. On this occasion, people worship Lord Dhanvantari and buy personal and household items.

It is considered highly auspicious to purchase land, a house, a vehicle, gold, and silver on Dhanteras, as it is believed to attract good fortune and prosperity. This year, Dhanteras falls on Friday, November 10.

As per Drik Panchang, Lakshmi Puja on Dhanteras should be performed during Pradosh Kaal, which begins after sunset and lasts for approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes. For Dhanteras 2023, the auspicious puja timing is from 05:47 PM to 07:43 PM.

Dhanteras Puja - November 10 (Friday)
Dhanteras Puja Muhurat - 05:47 PM to 07:43 PM
Pradosh Kaal - 05:30 PM to 08:08 PM
Vrishabha Kaal - 05:47 PM to 07:43 PM

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During Dhanteras, people worship Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi in the evening. A customary practice involves lighting a mustard oil lamp at the main entrance of the house in the south direction after the evening puja. In several regions, this lamp is referred to as Yama Deepam.

Due to the highly auspicious nature of the day, people can make purchases at any time from the start of Dhanteras until its conclusion. However, the most favorable period for buying gold and silver is between 12:35 PM in the morning and 02:46 PM in the afternoon.

Buying on Dhanteras can commence from 12:35 PM and continue until its conclusion the following day at 01:57 PM on November 11. It is essential to avoid making purchases during Rahukaal, which will occur from 10:41 am to 12:03 pm.