Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi, marks the first day of the five-day festival. The extravaganza starts with the first day i.e. Dhanteras which is falling on October 25, this year. Dhanteras precedes Chhoti Diwali, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.
Dhanteras is celebrated on the thirteenth day of the moon cycle. Celebrated in the month of Karthik, it is believed auspicious to buy metals including gold, silver which will bring good luck in the house. Buying new utensils, especially of brass, copper is considered to be auspicious.
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To signify Goddess’ long-awaited arrival, people use vermillion powder with rice flour to create small footprints symbolically representing the steps of the deity.
On the occasion of the five days festival, here are some wishes that one can share with their family and friends on Dhanteras:
May the Goddess Lakshmi blesses your business to do well in spite of all odds like the enduring charms of gold and diamonds. Happy Dhanteras!
Sun glows for a day, Candle for an hour, Matchstick for a minute, but a wish can glow days forever. So here is my wish for a Glowing Dhanteras and a Glowing life!!
Dear Goddess Lakshmi Bless the recipient of this message with thirteen times wealth on this Dhanteras. Happy Dhanteras!
May Goddess Lakshmi and Dhan Kuber Maharaj bless your business to rise above all challenges. Happy Dhanteras to you!
On this festive day of Dhanteras may the Divine blessings of Goddess Lakshmi bestow on you bountiful fortune. Here’s sending you my good wishes for you.
May your life be full of happiness and harmony with enough wealth to give you all the comforts you ever wished. Stay blessed. Happy Dhanteras!
Clean your home, decorate with bright and lovely lamps and lights, and buy new clothes and utensils to welcome Goddess Lakshmi in your home. Happy Dhanteras!
On this auspicious occasion of Dhanteras, may there be an abundant shower of wealth in your life and may the light of success covers your life beautifully. Happy Dhanteras!
May your business grow more and more every day, may there be peace and harmony in your family, may there be a perennial shower of wealth – these are my best wishes for you on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras.