धन त्रयोदशी — महत्त्वम्
Dhanteras marks the first day of the five-day Diwali festival. It is considered auspicious to buy gold, silver, or new utensils. Dhanvantari, the god of Ayurveda, is also worshipped.
धन त्रयोदशी — महत्त्वम्
According to the Samudra Manthan legend, Dhanvantari emerged from the ocean with the pot of amrita on this day. In another tale, the son of King Hima was saved from the god of death (Yama) when his wife lit lamps and piled gold at the door, keeping Yama away.
धन त्रयोदशी — पूजाविधिः
- In the evening, light a diya (lamp) and keep it lit all night facing the main door.
- Buy gold, silver, or new utensils; worship them with flowers and incense.
- Draw a small footprint at the entrance to welcome Lakshmi.
- Offer puja to Dhanvantari and Lakshmi; chant mantras.
- Clean the house and prepare for Diwali over the next two days.
धन त्रयोदशी — मन्त्राः
ॐ धन्वन्तरये नमः
oṃ dhanvantaraye namaḥ
Salutations to Dhanvantari
धन त्रयोदशी — पारम्परिकं भोजनम्
- ●Sweets
- ●Dry fruits
- ●Light meals
- ●Prasad
धन त्रयोदशी — अन्यनामानि
North India(धनतेरस)
Buying gold/silver, lamp at door
South India(தன்தேரஸ்)
Lakshmi puja, new purchases
धन त्रयोदशी — कर्तव्यम् / वर्जनीयम्
कर्तव्यम्
- ✓Light a diya at the door
- ✓Buy metal or utensils
- ✓Clean the house
- ✓Worship Lakshmi
वर्जनीयम्
- ✗Do not leave the door dark
- ✗Avoid inauspicious talk
- ✗Do not skip the lamp
धन त्रयोदशी — FAQ
- धन त्रयोदशी किम् अस्ति?
- Dhanteras marks the first day of the five-day Diwali festival.
- धन त्रयोदशी 2026 वर्षे कदा?
- 2026 वर्षे धन त्रयोदशी Saturday, November 7, 2026 दिनाङ्के भवति।
- धन त्रयोदशी पूजाविधिः का?
- In the evening, light a diya (lamp) and keep it lit all night facing the main door.; Buy gold, silver, or new utensils; worship them with flowers and incense.; Draw a small footprint at the entrance to welcome Lakshmi.; Offer puja to Dhanvantari and Lakshmi; chant mantras.
- धन त्रयोदशी दिवसे किं भोज्यम्?
- Sweets, Dry fruits, Light meals, Prasad
- धन त्रयोदशी दिवसे किं कर्तव्यम्?
- Light a diya at the door; Buy metal or utensils; Clean the house
- धन त्रयोदशी दिवसे किं वर्जनीयम्?
- Do not leave the door dark; Avoid inauspicious talk; Do not skip the lamp
- धन त्रयोदशी दिवसे कस्य देवस्य पूजा?
- धन त्रयोदशी Lakshmi देवाय समर्पितम्।
Upcoming धन त्रयोदशी Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
धन त्रयोदशी is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2026 | Saturday | 04:38 am | — |
| Oct 27, 2027 | Wednesday | 03:58 am | — |