Dhanteras is a festival that holds great importance in Indian households as it sets the tone for the upcoming Diwali celebrations. Observing the rituals with faith and devotion is believed to bring good health, wealth, and happiness to the family. By following the traditions of cleaning, decorating, lighting lamps, and offering prayers, devotees hope to invite prosperity and divine blessings into their homes.
Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. It is an auspicious occasion for Hindus and is celebrated with devotion and joy. The name "Dhanteras" comes from two Sanskrit words: "Dhan" meaning wealth and "Teras" meaning the 13th day, which signifies the 13th lunar day of Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Kartika.
On this day, people worship Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health and Ayurveda, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. Date and Time of Dhanteras 2024 In 2024, according to drik panchang, Dhanteras will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 29. Trayodashi Tithi (Start): 10:31 AM on Oct 29, 2024 Trayodashi Tithi (End): 01:15 PM on Oct 30, 2024 Dhanteras Puja Muhurat: 06:31 PM to 08:13 PM Pradosh Kaal - 05:38 PM to 08:13 PM Vrishabha Kaal - 06:31 PM to 08:27 PM Also the day to light Yama Deepm.
Yama Deepam Sayan Sandhya timing is from 05:38 PM to 06:55 PM. A Deepak, for the God of death Yamaraj, is lit outside home on Trayodashi Tithi during Diwali to ward off any untimely death of any fa.