Dhanteras, also known as Dhanatrayodashi, is an auspicious Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali celebrations. Dhanteras is observed on the thirteenth day (Trayodashi) of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik. Dhanteras 2024 falls on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. The Dhanteras Puja Muhurat will be from 07:04 PM to 08:37 PM on the same day. The word ‘Dhanteras’ is derived from two words ‘Dhan’, which means wealth and ‘Teras’, referring to the thirteenth day. Diwali 2024 Full Calendar With Dates of Dhanteras, Laxmi Puja and Bhai Dooj: When Is Deepawali Starting This Year? Know All About 5-Day 'Festival of Lights'.

It should be noted that Lakshmi Puja on Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi should be done during Pradosh Kaal which starts after sunset and approximately lasts 2 hours and 24 minutes. In this article, let’s know more about the Dhanatrayodashi 2024 date, when to buy gold on this day, Dhanteras 2024 muhurat and the significance to mark the first day of Diwali. 

Dhanteras 2024 Date

Dhanteras 2024 falls on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.

Dhanteras 2024 Important Timings

  • Dhanteras Puja Muhurat will be from 07:04 PM to 08:37 PM

  • Pradosh Kaal - 06:06 PM to 08:37 PM

  • Vrishabha Kaal - 07:04 PM to 09:04 PM

  • Trayodashi Tithi Begins - 10:31 AM on Oct 29, 2024

  • Trayodashi Tithi Ends - 01:15 PM on Oct 30, 2024

When To Buy Gold On Dhanteras?

Buying gold is an auspicious ritual observed by devotees on Dhanteras. The favourable time to purchase gold on Dhanteras 2024 starts at 10:31 AM on October 29 and ends at 06:32 AM on October 30. Purchasing gold is believed to bring prosperity in the upcoming year.

Dhanteras Significance

Dhanteras holds great significance in Hinduism. It is said that on the day of Dhantrayodashi, Goddess Lakshmi came out of the ocean during the churning of the Milky Sea. Hence, Goddess Lakshmi, along with Lord Kubera who is the God of wealth, is worshipped on this auspicious day. However, Lakshmi Puja on Amavasya after two days of Dhantrayodashi is considered more significant.

One of the most popular customs on Dhanteras is buying gold, silver, or new utensils. It is believed that buying these items on this day brings good luck, prosperity, and financial stability. The purchase is believed to be a representation of welcoming Goddess Lakshmi into the home.

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