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Know the 7 Must-Have Items for Dhanteras 2023: Dhanteras Shopping Guide
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Importance of Dhanteras 2023 and Date and Time
It’s 10th November 2023 – the day of Dhanteras! Know the 7 Must-Buy Items for Dhanteras 2023 with a comprehensive Dhanteras Shopping Guide from PujaNPujari.
Dhanteras falls on Trayodashi Tithi which is the 13th day of Kartik Krishna Paksha. This year the Dhanteras 2023 date is on 10th November 2023.
Importance of Dhanteras 2023
Dhanteras 2023, which falls on 10th November 2023, marks the beginning of celebrations for the five-day festival of lights, the Diwali festival which falls after two days i.e. on 13th November 2023. This itself underlines the importance and significance of Dhanteras 2023.
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The importance of Dhanteras is in the belief that Goddess Lakshmi visits down to the earth and comes to each of our houses and blesses us. When welcomed into our home shes comes and blesses us with wealth, prosperity, peace, and knowledge.
Dhanteras is also celebrated as a tribute to Lord Dhanvantari and Lord Kuber. Lord Dhanvantari who is considered and widely regarded as the God of Medicine by the Hindu religious scriptures, is worshipped for good and active health and prosperity. Lord Kuber, who is also regarded as the Lord of wealth is also worshipped for bringing wealth and prosperity to our houses.
All of these beliefs make this day a very special one and multiply the celebrations as it marks the beginning of Diwali.
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When is Dhanteras 2023? The Actual Date and Time as per Muhurat
The actual Dhanteras 2023 date and time for the puja and celebrations as per Indian/Bharatiya muhurat is as follows:
- Date: 10th November 2023
- Time: 05:30 p.m. to 07:43 p.m.
Going further the dhanteras trayodashi tithi, i.e. the day of Dhanteras begins at 12:35 p.m. on November 10, 2023. The trayodashi tithi ends at 01:57 p.m. on November 11, 2023.
For people observing fast on the day, the pradosh kaal begins at 05:30 p.m. to 08:08 p.m. and the Vrishabha Kaal starts at 05:47 p.m. and ends at 07:43 p.m. In order to obtain blessings from Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Pardosh kaal is important and for blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi Vrishabha kaal is important.
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7 Must-Have Items For Dhanteras 2023
The 7 must-have or must-buy items for Dhanteras 2023 are listed below:
- Utensils: Buying utensils on Dhanteras is considered auspicious. Utensils made of silver, clay, or copper are considered very auspicious because these were the prominent types of utensils back in the day. The tradition continues and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.
- Idols of Gods and Goddesses: Bringing Gods into our home is always a blessing. To top that if you bring them during the best of times or the shubh kaal is very auspicious. Therefore, buying idols of Gods and Goddesses on Dhanteras brings stability, prosperity, and peace.
- Jewelry: Jewelry is a very important ornament as it symbolizes the prosperity and wealth of a family. Buying jewelry on Dhanteras is a sure-shot sign of welcoming the wealth and prosperity that you bring as you will be offering them again to Goddess Lakshmi on Lakshmi Puja during Diwali.
- Broom: Broom is considered an important element related to Goddess Lakshmi. There are many habits and customs about broom and Goddess Lakshmi. Therefore, buying a broom on Dhanteras is another one of the surest ways of receiving the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.
- Gold and Silver Items: Traditionally buying gold and/or silver coins is meant to be favorable on Dhanteras. But you can buy any item of gold or silver such as a glass or spoon and they are sure to bring good luck, health, wealth and prosperity.
- Electronics or Vehicles: When you buy an electronic item or a brand new vehicle it is sure a sign of good times and a peaceful environment in the home. Therefore, if possible buying of electronics or vehicles does bring assured prosperity and peace.
- Gomti Chakra: Gomti chakra is a rare seashell found on the banks of river Gomti/Gomati. If you want to ward off evil and bring success in your life buy Gomti chakra on Dhanteras.
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Shubh Muhurat To Buy Gold On Dhanteras 2023
It is a tradition to buy gold or gold items on Dhanteras. The shubh muhurat to buy gold on Dhanteras in 2023 is on 10th November 2023 between 02:35 p.m. to 6:40 a.m. on 11th November 2023.
Wish You a Happy Dhanteras!
As we draw close to the article, we hope that you have decided which item to buy for Dhanteras 2023. In case you are wondering about any platform, you can get photo frames and idols of Gods and Goddesses at your own PujaNPujari. You can also get decorative puja thali which will be a part of your temple and puja rituals and also fulfills the tradition of buying utensils on Dhanteras.
PujaNPujari offers not only puja and spiritual items but also provides puja and pundit services for any kind of puja you want to get done for your health, wealth, and prosperity.
We wish you a Happy and Prosperous Dhanteras!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time of Dhanteras in 2023?
Ans: Dhanteras 2023 falls on 10th November 2023. The most auspicious time of Dhanteras in 2023 is between 05:30 p.m. and 07:43 p.m. You can perform dhantrayodashi puja during this time and gain the blessings of Lord Dhanvantari, Lord Kuber, and Goddess Lakshmi.
- What to buy in Dhanteras 2023?
Ans: Dhanteras is one of the most auspicious days as it marks the beginning of Diwali celebrations. You can buy silver, clay or copper utensils, gold or silver items, electronics, gomti chakra, vehicles, idols of gods and goddesses, broom, and jewelry on Dhanteras 2023.
- What is the real date of Dhanteras?
Ans: Dhanteras tradyodishi in 2023 at 12:35 p.m. on November 10, 2023. The trayodashi tithi ends at 01:57 p.m. on November 11, 2023. Therefore, Dhanteras 2023 spans over a period of two days.
- Which God is Dhanteras?
Ans: Generally, Dhanteras is related to Lord Lakshmi. But few people know that it is related to Lord Dhanvantari, the God of medicine as well. On Dhanteras, you can pray to Lord Dhanvantari for blessings of good health.
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