Vikrant Shekhawat : Oct 28, 2024, 10:20 AM
Dhanteras 2024: Kartik month has special significance in Hinduism. This month witnesses many important festivals, in which Dhanteras is a major festival. Dhanteras marks the beginning of Deepotsav, which is celebrated for a full 5 days. According to the Vedic calendar, the festival of Dhanteras is celebrated every year on the Trayodashi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month.According to religious belief, the person who worships Lord Dhanvantari with a true heart, happiness, prosperity and well-being come to his house. Lord Dhanvantari is considered the god of Ayurveda, and is worshiped as a symbol of health and wealth.What to do on DhanterasIt is considered necessary to follow some special tasks on the day of Dhanteras:Worship of Lord Dhanvantari: Worship Lord Dhanvantari in the auspicious time. This keeps the blessings of God on the family members.Bring idols: It is considered auspicious to bring the idol of Goddess Lakshmi and Ganesha made of gold-silver or clay on this day.Buy new things: Buying new things on Dhanteras is also auspicious, such as utensils or metal items.Donate: Donating to poor people is also an important task on Dhanteras.Light a lamp: There is a tradition of lighting a lamp in the evening from the day of Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj.Clean the house: Clean the house and decorate the house with lights etc., because Goddess Lakshmi resides in a clean place.What not to do on DhanterasSome tasks should be avoided on Dhanteras:Do not keep dirt: Do not keep the house dirty. Cleanliness is necessary for the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.Do not have wrong thoughts: Do not keep wrong thoughts in mind towards anyone.Do not speak rudely: Do not speak wrongly to anyone during conversation and respect elders.Do not buy inauspicious things: Do not buy glass utensils and tamasic things like meat and liquor on this day.What should be bought on Dhanteras?It is considered auspicious to buy the following items on Dhanteras:Gold or silverLaxmi-Ganesh idolUtensilsBroomDried corianderBringing these things home keeps the blessings of Lord Dhanvantri and Maa Lakshmi on the person, and one does not have to face shortage of money.ConclusionThe festival of Dhanteras not only symbolizes wealth and prosperity, but it also symbolizes health and well-being. The worship and religious activities performed on this day are helpful in bringing happiness and satisfaction in a person's life. Therefore, it is necessary to adopt the right way to celebrate this festival.