Dhanteras is celebrated on the thirteenth day of the dark fortnight of Kartik, usually in October or November, Dhanteras is synonymous with the worship of wealth and prosperity. The word “Dhanteras” is derived from “Dhan,” meaning wealth, and “Teras,” signifying the thirteenth day.

Devotees fervently clean and decorate their homes, ushering in positive energies. The tradition involves the purchase of precious metals, particularly gold and silver, symbolizing good fortune and financial well-being. Goddess Lakshmi, the bestower of wealth, is venerated on this day, with oil lamps illuminating homes to ward off darkness and negativity.

Dhanteras transcends material wealth, emphasizing the spiritual significance of prosperity and the triumph of light over darkness, setting the stage for the joyous Diwali festivities that follow.

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