Diwali celebrations last for five days beginning on Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi. People buy gold and silver on this day, which is seen as being very lucky.
Additionally, on this day, idols of the Diwali deities Lakshmi and Ganesh are purchased. Dhanteras will be observed on October 22 this year.
The god and goddess of wealth, Lord Kuber and Goddess Lakshmi are prayed to on this day by followers. A myth states that Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber emerged from an ocean made of milk carrying a jug of gold as the ocean was churning.
Dhan signifies riches, and teras means the thirteenth day of the lunar cycle. According to the Vikram Samvat Hindu calendar, Dhanteras always happens on the 13th lunar day of the dark fortnight, or the Krishna Paksha, in the month of Ashwin, just before Diwali.
Make this day even more memorable by sending your loved ones some thoughtful wishes that we have chosen for you. Use them as your Whatsapp status or share them as a personal message!
On this auspicious festival of Dhanteras, may your life shimmer with silver; shine with gold, and dazzle like platinum!
May Goddess Lakshmi bless you with all things great this festive season. Have a bright and happy Dhanteras.
Lord Kuber is always there to bless you with prosperity and success in life. Wishing you a blessed and happy Dhanteras.
May you be showered with health, wealth, and happiness on this auspicious occasion. Happy Dhanteras!
May your life be full of happiness and harmony with enough wealth to give you all comforts. Happy Dhanteras!
