- By Kashish Rai
- Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:00 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Dhanteras 2024: The sacred occasion of Dhanteras is being observed on 29th October 2024. It honours Lord Dhanwantari, the divine physician, who emerged from the ocean with the nectar of immortality and Ayurveda. Dhanteras Puja, performed during the twilight hour (Pradosh Kaal), worships Lord Dhanwantari, Lord Kuber and Goddess Lakshmi, seeking blessings for good health, wealth, and prosperity. The puja involves cleaning and decorating homes, lighting diyas, and offering prayers and sweets.
Check out the shubh muhurat and puja vidhi to worship the divine deities on the occasion of Dhnteras to amass good fortune, money luck and success.
Dhanteras 2024: Shubh Muhurat For Puja
- Pradosh Kaal: 05:38 PM to 08:13 PM
- Vrishabha Kaal: 06:31 PM to 08:27 PM
The auspicious time to perform Dhanteras puja is from 06:31 PM to 08:13 PM.
Dhanteras marks the commencement of Diwali festivities. (Image Source: Freepik)
Dhanteras 2024: Puja Vidhi To Worship Lord Dhanwantri, Lord Kuber And Goddess Lakshmi
On Dhanteras, prepare a sacred space for worship by cleaning and decorating your home. Set up an altar with images or idols of Lord Dhanwantari, Lord Kuber, and Goddess Lakshmi. Place a small platform or chowki for the deities, covered with a red cloth. Arrange flowers, incense, candles, and diyas around the altar. Fill a small pot with water and sprinkle a few drops of Gangajal for the puja.
Begin the puja during the Pradosh Kaal (twilight hour) by lighting the diyas and incense. Offer prayers to Lord Ganesha, followed by Lord Dhanwantari, Lord Kuber, and Goddess Lakshmi. Recite the Dhanwantari Mantra ("Om Dhanwantari Raksemam"), Kuber Mantra ("Om Kuberaya Namaha"), and Lakshmi Mantra ("Om Shreem Mahalakshmiyei Namaha"). Offer flowers, akshat and sweets to each deity. Apply sandalwood paste and Kumkum on the idols or images. Perform aarti with a deepak (lamp) or camphor, circumambulating the deities. Chant the mantras 11 or 21 times to amplify the blessings.
Conclude the puja by offering gratitude and seeking blessings from the deities for good health, wealth, and prosperity. Distribute prasad (sweets and fruits) among family members. As a symbol of acquiring good fortune, purchase utensils, silver or gold items, or other valuables. Donate to charity or offer food to the needy, promoting compassion and kindness. Retain the puja items, including the diyas, in their designated space overnight, allowing the divine energy to permeate your home.
(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert in the relevant field.)