Dhanteras Muhurat: Auspicious Timing for Shopping and Puja on Dhanteras for health, wealth and other things.
- Significance of Dhanteras
- The festival of Diwali begins with Dhanteras, observed on the thirteenth lunar day of Kartik month.
- On this day, Lord Dhanvantari, Lord Kuber, and Goddess Lakshmi are worshipped.
- It is believed that worshipping these deities during the Pradosh Kaal (evening period) brings special blessings.
- Importance of Shopping on Dhanteras
- Shopping on Dhanteras is considered highly auspicious, especially for items like gold and silver coins, jewelry, and utensils.
- Worshipping Lord Dhanvantari, the deity of health and well-being, is believed to bring good health and relief from ailments.
- Auspicious Muhurat for Puja on Dhanteras
- The Trayodashi Tithi begins at 10:32 a.m. on October 29.
- Abhijeet Muhurat: From 11:42 a.m. to 12:27 p.m., this time is ideal for auspicious purchases.
- Pradosh Kaal Muhurat for Puja: From 6:36 p.m. to 8:32 p.m., considered the best time for both puja and shopping.
- Evening Rituals on Dhanteras
- Dhanteras is traditionally celebrated during the Pradosh Kaal Tithi.
- To promote health and longevity, light a lamp near the main entrance of the home in the southern direction, while meditating on Lord Yama (the god of death).
- During Pradosh Kaal, chant the mantra, “Om Namo Bhagavate Dhanvantaraye Vishnurupaya Namo Namah,” for family health and longevity.
