- By Sanyukta Baijal
- Tue, 02 Nov 2021 08:50 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
New Delhi | Jagran Lifestyle Desk: Dhanteras is considered one of the biggest Hindu festivals, which is observed two days before Diwali 2021. The name consists of two words, 'dhan' which refers to wealth and 'teras' means the thirteenth day. The day falls on the thirteenth day of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month of the Hindu Lunar Calendar. This year the day is being celebrated today, November 2, 2021.
Dhanteras 2021: Date and time
- Dhanteras Puja Muhurat- 18:17 - 20:11
- Yama Deepan on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021
- Pradosh Kaal 17:35 - 20:11
- Vrishabha Kaal 18:17 - 20:12
- Trayodashi tithi begins on Nov.02 at 11:31
- Trayodashi tithi ends on Nov. 03 at 09:02
Dhanteras 2021: Significance
To get the Amrita (the divine nectar of immortality) Devas and Asuras churned the sea (Samudra manthan). During churning of the sea, on the day of Dhantrayodashi, Goddess Lakshmi came out from the ocean of milk. Hence people worship Goddess Lakshmi on this day. Lord Kubera, who is the god of wealth is also worshipped on this day. Lakshmi Puja is considered more significant on the day of Amavasya, the day of Diwali.
According to religious beliefs, Dhantrayodashi is an auspicious day to buy gold and silver. It is also considered favorable for investment in property etc as it will be blessed with more gains.
Dhanteras 2021: Rituals
- Rangolis are made at the front of the house. People adorn their homes.
- It is a festival to welcome Goddess Lakshmi, hence small footprints are made at the entrance of the house.
- Puja should be done during Pradosh Kaal.
- After cleaning the puja place, on a red cloth install idols of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kubera.
- Some people also worshipp Lord Dhanvantari on this day.
- Ghee diya is lit in front of the idols as well at the entrance of the house.
- Red flowers, incense sticks, fruits and sweets are offered.
-Mantras are chanted.