Dhanteras
OdiaAlso known as: Dhanatrayodashi
Dhanteras
About Dhanteras
Dhanteras is celebrated two days before Dipavali, on the thirteenth day of the dark fortnight in Kartik month (October-November). It marks the beginning of Dipavali and is dedicated to Lord Dhanvantari.
In Odisha, families clean and decorate homes, light earthen lamps, and make purchases of gold, silver, or utensils as buying on this day is considered highly auspicious. Lord Dhanvantari is worshipped.
The festival is marked by elaborate Lakshmi-Dhanvantari pujas, where families pray for good health and prosperity. Traditional sweets and dishes are prepared as offerings.
In the evening, homes are illuminated with earthen lamps, and families gather for prayers and festive meals. The warmth of diyas creates a magical atmosphere.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a light fast and perform Dhanvantari-Lakshmi puja in the evening.
- Clean and decorate the house thoroughly.
- Purchase gold, silver, or utensils.
- Perform Dhanvantari-Lakshmi puja in the evening.
- Light earthen lamps throughout the house.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the evening puja with traditional sweets.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Clean and decorate the house.
- Set up the Dhanvantari and Lakshmi idols.
- Light earthen lamps throughout.
- Offer prayers to Lord Dhanvantari.
- Perform Lakshmi puja and distribute prasad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Lord Dhanvantari is the god of Ayurveda who emerged during Samudra Manthan carrying the pot of amrit. He is worshipped on Dhanteras for good health.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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