Why We Celebrate Dhanteras, meaning of Dhanteras,Story Behind Dhanteras,Why Lakshmi Puja on Dhanteras ,Narak Chaturdashi?,How It’s Celebrated

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• Why We Celebrate Dhanteras

"Dhanteras" (also called ("Dhanatrayodashi") is the first day of the five-day-long "Diwali festival" in India. It is considered an "auspicious day to buy gold, silver, utensils, and other valuable items", as it is believed that purchasing on this day brings prosperity and good luck.


• The word "Dhanteras" comes from:

  • "Dhan" meaning wealth

 • "Teras" meaning the 13th day of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the lunar month Ashwin (October–November)


• Story Behind Dhanteras

There are a few key legends associated with Dhanteras:







 1. "Lord Dhanvantari's Birth"

• According to Hindu mythology, during the Samudra Manthan(churning of the cosmic ocean), Lord Dhanvantari, the physician of the gods and an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, emerged from the ocean holding a pot of Amrit (nectar of immortality).

• He appeared on the 13th day of Ashwin Krishna Paksha , which is why the day is celebrated as Dhanteras, especially in honor of health and healing.

• Lord Dhanvantari is considered the god of Ayurveda, and worshiping him is believed to ensure good health.


 2. The Legend of King Hima’s Son

• A prophecy predicted that the 16-year-old son of King Hima would die by a snakebite on the fourth day of his marriage.

• On that day, his wife did not let him sleep, and placed all her gold and silver ornaments at the entrance of the room and lit many lamps.

• When Yama, the god of death, came in the form of a snake, he was blinded by the brightness of the lamps and the gold, and he couldn’t enter.

• He sat on the pile of gold, listened to the wife's songs all night, and left in the morning without harming the prince.

• This story is why people light lamps (diyas) and buy precious metals on Dhanteras — to ward off evil and bring fortune.


• Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, marks the beginning of the 5-day Diwali festival. On this day, people traditionally perform     • Lakshmi Puja and also worship the jhadu (broom).


• 1. Why Lakshmi Puja on Dhanteras:

Goddess Lakshmi is the Hindu goddess of wealth, prosperity, and abundance.

• It’s believed that on Dhanteras, she emerged during the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean) along with the pot of nectar.

• Worshipping her on this day is believed to invite wealth, prosperity, and good fortune into the home.

• People also buy gold, silver, or utensils as a sign of good luck and new beginnings.



• 2. Why Jhadu Puja (broom worship):


• The jhadu (broom) symbolizes cleanliness and order. Lakshmi is said to reside in places that are clean and pure.

• Worshipping the broom signifies removal of poverty and negative energy and welcoming wealth and prosperity.

• It also reminds us that respecting even simple, humble things can bring good fortune.

• In some traditions, people buy a new broom on Dhanteras and keep it for Diwali to sweep away “bad energies.”


🌼 So, in simple words:


• Lakshmi Puja = welcoming prosperity.

• Jhadu Puja = respecting cleanliness and removing negativity.


What is Narak Chaturdashi?

• Narak Chaturdashi (also called Choti Diwali, Roop Chaudas, or Kali Chaudas) is the second day of the Diwali festival, celebrated a day after Dhanteras.


Story Behind Narak Chaturdashi

• It marks the victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Narakasura.

• Narakasura was a demon king who had imprisoned 16,000 women and terrorized the world.

• Lord Krishna, with the help of his wife Satyabhama, killed Narakasura and freed the women, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.

• The demon was killed on the 14th day (Chaturdashi) of Krishna Paksha  in the month of Ashwin.


• How It’s Celebrated

• People wake up before sunrise, apply ubtan (herbal paste) and take an oil bath, a ritual believed to cleanse the body of sin — this is known as Abhyanga Snan.

•  Homes are decorated with rangoli,lamps, and flowers.

 • This day is also associated with beauty and self-care (Roop Chaudas), especially in some parts of India.




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