Dhanteras
festivalsAlso known as: Dhanvantri (Dhana) Jayanti, Yama-Deepa-Daana
Dhanteras
Dhanteras at a Glance
Dhanteras is fixed by the lunar calendar to Kartika Krishna Trayodashi, the 13th tithi of the waning (Krishna) fortnight of Kartika (Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi in the Amanta calendar).
- Tithi rule
- Kartika Krishna Trayodashi (Purnimanta)Krishna TrayodashiKartika month
- Tithi swami and group
- Kamadeva · Jaya Tithi
About Dhanteras
Dhanteras marks the first day of the five-day Diwali festival.
The day celebrates the emergence of Lord Dhanvantari (the God of Ayurveda) from the cosmic churning of the ocean, holding a pot of the divine nectar of immortality (Amrit).
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees worship Lord Dhanvantari for health and Lord Yama to prevent premature death.
- Purchase gold, silver, or new utensils as a sign of bringing 'Dhan' (wealth) into the home.
- Perform 'Yama Deepam' in the evening: Light a large four-wick earthen lamp filled with sesame oil outside the main entrance, facing South.
Dhanteras: Frequently Asked Questions
Kartika Krishna Trayodashi (Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi in the Amanta calendar); its swami is Kamadeva, a Jaya Tithi.
Note: times are shown with their date; a Panchang day runs from sunrise to sunrise.
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