This year, Dhanteras—the auspicious occasion that heralds the beginning of the grand Diwali festivities—will be observed on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Widely revered as a time to welcome prosperity, good health, and divine grace, the festival is celebrated with vibrant enthusiasm throughout India.
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Introduction
Dhanteras 2025 : Dhanteras marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival and is celebrated with great reverence and enthusiasm across India. Falling on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik, it is a day dedicated to wealth, prosperity, and good health. In 2025, Dhanteras will be celebrated on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Devotees worship Lord Dhanvantari, the divine physician, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, on this day. The tradition of buying gold, silver, and utensils is deeply associated with inviting prosperity into homes.
Dhanteras 2025 Date and Puja Muhurat
- Dhanteras Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Trayodashi Tithi Begins: 12:18 PM on October 18, 2025
- Trayodashi Tithi Ends: 01:51 PM on October 19, 2025
- Pradosh Kaal: 05:48 PM to 08:20 PM
- Vrishabha Kaal: 07:16 PM to 09:11 PM
- Dhanteras Puja Muhurat: 07:16 PM to 08:20 PM (Duration: 1 hour 04 minutes)
- Yama Deepam: Saturday, October 18, 2025
This is the most auspicious time to perform the Dhanteras Lakshmi Puja, light the diya at the entrance, and recite prayers for wealth and well-being.
The Significance of Dhanteras
The term “Dhanteras” is derived from two words: “Dhan” meaning wealth and “Teras” referring to the thirteenth day. It signifies the importance of material and spiritual prosperity in life. On this day, people clean and decorate their homes, light earthen lamps, and create colorful rangolis to welcome Goddess Lakshmi. It is believed that purchasing precious metals or utensils on Dhanteras brings good fortune and is an investment blessed by the divine.
Moreover, Dhanteras is also associated with health and longevity, as it commemorates the appearance of Lord Dhanvantari—the divine healer—who emerged during Samudra Manthan carrying the pot of amrit (nectar of immortality).
Who is Lord Dhanvantari? Why is Dhanvantari Jayanti Celebrated on Dhanteras?
Lord Dhanvantari is considered the god of Ayurveda and the physician of the gods. He is depicted emerging from the ocean holding a pot of amrit, signifying health, vitality, and life force. Dhanvantari Jayanti is observed on the same day as Dhanteras and is especially revered by practitioners of Ayurveda and healthcare professionals.
By worshipping Lord Dhanvantari, devotees seek protection from diseases and blessings for a healthy life. Hospitals, Ayurvedic centers, and wellness practitioners often organize special events and havans on this occasion.
Dhanteras Rituals: What to Do on Dhanteras?
On Dhanteras, devotees perform the following rituals and practices:
- Cleaning and Decorating the House: Homes are cleaned thoroughly to welcome Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari. Doorways are adorned with fresh flowers, torans, and rangolis.
- Dhanteras Shopping: People buy gold, silver, brass, or steel utensils. It is considered highly auspicious to purchase new items for the home.
- Lighting of Diyas: A diya (lamp) is lit outside the main door to ward off negative energies and welcome prosperity.
- Lakshmi and Dhanvantari Puja: Special pujas are performed during the evening muhurat with incense, sweets, flowers, and chanting of mantras.
- Offering Naivedya: Sweets, especially ‘naivedya’ (prasad), are offered to deities and distributed among family and friends.
- Donation and Charity: Offering food, clothes, or donations to the needy is encouraged as a way to multiply blessings.
Mantras to Chant on Dhanteras
For Goddess Lakshmi:
ॐ श्रीं ह्रीं क्लीं श्री सिद्ध लक्ष्म्यै नम:
Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Shree Siddh Lakshmyai Namah
Chanting this powerful mantra is believed to invoke the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, bringing prosperity, success, and spiritual growth into one’s life.
For Lord Dhanvantari:
ॐ वासुदेवाय विघ्माहे वैधयाराजाया धीमहि तन्नो धन्वन्तरी प्रचोदयात्॥
Om Vasudevaya Vighmahe Vaidhyarajaya Dheemahi Tanno Dhanvantari Prachodayat
Chanting this Dhanvantari mantra is believed to promote healing, restore health, and invite divine blessings for physical and mental well-being.
Difference Between Diwali and Dhanteras
While both Diwali and Dhanteras fall in the same festive period, they mark different occasions:
- Dhanteras begins the Diwali celebrations and focuses on wealth and health. It is the 13th day of the dark fortnight of Kartik.
- Diwali, celebrated two days later, is the festival of lights, commemorating Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya and the triumph of good over evil.
Dhanteras is more about preparation, purification, and prosperity, while Diwali emphasizes the victory of light over darkness.
Conclusion
Dhanteras 2025 is not just about material wealth but also about invoking the divine for prosperity, protection, and health. With its deep-rooted Vedic significance, the day brings together spiritual devotion and cultural tradition. Whether through lighting lamps, chanting mantras, or buying new utensils, each ritual holds meaning that transcends generations.
As you prepare for Dhanteras, may your home be filled with the divine light of Lakshmi and the healing grace of Dhanvantari.
Happy Dhanteras 2025!
