Dhanteras, celebrated on the 13th day of the Kartik month of the Dark Moon Week (Krishna Paksha), adorns the lives of the masses with prosperity. Known by his two names, Dhantrayodashi and Dhanvantri Jayanti, the festival celebrates the discovery of 'Amrit His Kalash' by the father of Ayurveda, Lord Dhanvantri, by churning the sea. When the Lord emerged from the sea, he had a pot full of "elixirs." Therefore, it is recommended to purchase pots and pans (tools) on Dhantra Yodashi Day. The festival takes place before Diwali and heralds the happy days ahead.
Writings on Danteras
1. Danteras arrives on the 13th day of the Kartic month. This day is also called 'Udayvyapini Trayodashi' and is the day his 13th date in the Hindu calendar begins at sunrise. When the above situation is completed, the festival of Danteras is celebrated only on that day.
2. Donating a lamp to Lord Yamraj on his Dhanteras day of Pradosh Kaal is believed to bring good luck to you and your relatives. If Triyodashi Tithi lasts until the day after sunrise, Dhanteras is celebrated on that day.
Dhantrayodashi Puja Vidhi
The greatest gift to mankind is health and prosperity. The festival of Dhanteras celebrates health, happiness and abundance. The festival originated with the incarnation of Lord Dhanvantri, the father of Ayurveda. As the idea expresses, Danteras is celebrated for building a long life of success, wealth and luxury.
A healthy existence is a home of a healthy mind that thrives despite many complications.
1. According to the scriptures, on the day of Dhanteras, Dhanvantari should be worshiped with Shodashochara. Shoda Shochara is a ritual consisting of 16 different worship procedures. These include Aasan, Padya, Arghya, Aachman (scented drinking water), bathing, clothing, jewelry, fragrances (saffron and sandalwood), flowers, Dhoop, Deep, Naivaidya, Aachman (pure water), betel water. Leaf offerings, Aarti, and Parikrama.
2. On the day of Dhanteras it is the ritual of buying silver and gold utensils. These utensils are known to play a major role in heralding wealth in your home. and decorate with lamps.
4. On the day of Dhanteras, a lamp is sacrificed in front of Lord Yamraj to put an end to the threats and phobias surrounding the Lord of Death.