🌟 Dhanteras 2025: History, Spirituality & What You Should (and Shouldn’t) Do!

 

✨Dhanteras is more than just a shopping festival—it's a beautiful blend of tradition, wealth, health, and spirituality. As the first day of the five-day Diwali celebration, Dhanteras sets the tone for prosperity and positive vibes in every household.

Let’s dive into why Dhanteras is celebrated, what it means spiritually, and how you can make the most of it (without making common mistakes!).

🪔 What is Dhanteras?

The word “Dhanteras” comes from two Sanskrit words:

Dhan = Wealth

Teras = 13th day (of the lunar calendar)

Dhanteras falls on the 13th day of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik, usually in October or November. In 2025, Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 28th.

📜 History of Dhanteras

🏛️ Legend 1: The Birth of Lord Dhanvantari

According to ancient scriptures, during the Samudra Manthan (churning of the cosmic ocean), Lord Dhanvantari—the divine doctor of the gods—emerged holding a pot of Amrit (nectar of immortality) and Ayurveda.

👉 That’s why Dhanteras is also celebrated as National Ayurveda Day in India.

🪙 Legend 2: The Story of King Hima

An old tale talks about King Hima’s son, whose death was predicted by a snake bite on his 4th day of marriage. His clever wife kept him awake all night, piled gold and silver coins at the entrance, and lit many lamps to distract Yama (God of Death). Yama left, and her husband lived a long life.

💡This is why people buy metal items, gold, silver, and light diyas—to ward off evil and bring health & wealth.

🧘‍♂️ Spiritual Meaning of Dhanteras

Dhanteras isn't just about buying jewelry or new utensils. Spiritually, it’s about:

Welcoming abundance in all forms—money, health, knowledge, peace.

Cleansing your home and heart to prepare for divine blessings.

Expressing gratitude to Goddess Lakshmi (wealth) and Lord Dhanvantari (health).

🎉 Why Do We Celebrate Dhanteras?

We celebrate Dhanteras to:

✅ Invite prosperity and good fortune

✅ Begin the Diwali festivities on a positive note

✅ Pray for good health and longevity

✅ Make auspicious purchases that symbolize growth and success

✅ Do’s on Dhanteras

✔ Clean your home: Lakshmi ji only enters clean, pure spaces. Sweep away dust and negativity.

✔ Light diyas at sunset: Especially in the south direction to ward off evil.

✔ Buy something new: Silver, gold, utensils, electronics, or even a new broom! Yes, even a broom is considered lucky!

✔ Perform Dhanteras puja: Worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari with sweets, flowers, and diyas.

✔ Donate: Give food, clothes, or money to the needy—it multiplies your blessings.

❌ Don’ts on Dhanteras

🚫 Don’t buy black items—it’s considered inauspicious.

🚫 Don’t lend or borrow money on this day.

🚫 Don’t ignore health—remember, it’s as much about health as wealth.

🚫 Don’t argue or speak negatively—maintain a positive, peaceful vibe.

🚫 Avoid breaking glass or mirrors—it’s seen as a sign of bad luck.

🛍️ What Should You Buy on Dhanteras?

Gold or Silver: Coins, jewelry, or idols of Lakshmi-Ganesh

Utensils: Preferably steel, brass, or copper

New broom: Symbolically sweeps away poverty

Electronics or gadgets: If needed, this is an auspicious day to invest

Ayurvedic products: Honor Lord Dhanvantari with something health-related

🪙 Dhanteras Isn’t Just About Buying… It’s About Blessings!

In today’s material world, we often focus too much on what to buy. But Dhanteras is really about inviting good vibes—through kindness, gratitude, and spiritual connection.

So this Dhanteras, whether you buy gold or a simple diya, do it with love and positivity. Let your home shine with light—not just from lamps, but from within. 💫