Dhanteras or Dhanatrayodashi prevails as one primely auspicious Hindu festival – marking the beginning of Diwali rituals & celebrations.
While families across the country endeavor to observe this festival with all earnestness, there stay certain essential observances to be followed on this day – to thus fetch the ultimate quotient of divine grace.
What? You too are thinking of observing Dhanteras this year at own apartment in Newtown? Then undoubtedly knowing about those ‘essential observances’ will be helpful, right?
Wait no more to learn –
The 5 Must-to-Pursue Rituals During Dhanteras
As opined by the country’s Vaastu experts & famous astrologers
#1 The Right Time To Worship
A foremost step to adhere to, if you truly desire to fetch the deities’ blessings for prosperity on Dhanteras.
As per Hindu religious beliefs, the festival is to celebrate the appearance of Goddess Laxmi & God Kuber with bounties of wealth from the churning of the ocean or Samudra Manthan.
Accordingly, Pujan is offered to Them on this day & the most auspicious time to do that is during the Pradosh Kaal or dusk.
In this relation, experts especially prioritize the exact Lagno or moment for performing the puja. Sincerely pursue that to let the graces of Maa Laxmi & Lord Kuber stay in your apartment in Newtown till the end of times.
#2 Perfect The Preparation
One significant procedure to commit to & thus appease the 2 deities with your worship.
Just as important it is to do the Dhanteras Puja with the right Vidhis (rituals) & correct Mantras, necessary as well are the pre-worship preps. In essence, be sure to-
‣ Spread upon own Mandir a new cloth
‣ Place over that cloth new images or idols of Lord Kuber & Maa Laxmi
‣ Choose sweets, coconuts & fresh fruits only as the Naibedya or holy offerings
‣ Decorate the idols/photos with garlands made of cotton beads
‣ Keep the Marigold flower & Bel leaf primarily for worshipping
‣ Make Rangoli or Alpona in the morning of Dhanteras, with rice flour & natural gulal or abir & strictly avoid artificial colors. In this regard, drawing tiny footprints at the entrance of your home will turn highly auspicious, since that is acknowledged as the arrival of Goddess Laxmi.
‣ Just before initiating the Puja, draw the Swastik sign on your locker/cash box/business book with red vermillion, symbolizing God Kuber.
#3 Buy What Is Most Auspicious
Gold jewelry, metal objects, steel utensils – you hear talks about purchasing such objects during the phase of Dhanteras, isn’t so? But, are you aware of the luckiest things to buy on dhanteras? Not quite? Well, to highlight:
‣ Idols of Goddess Laxmi & Lord Ganesha, crafted from copper or clay
‣ Gold & Silver coins
‣ Utensils of brass & silver
‣ Electronic appliances for home usage like television sets, refrigerators, microwaves
are the 4 most expert-voted auspicious objects for Dhanteras buying.
Buying a new home/booking a flat, or investing in real estate on Dhanatrayodashi is also highly suggested by veteran Vaastu Gurus, for it turns out beneficial for you in the long run.
#4 Acknowledge Lord Dhanvantri
As per the Samudra Manthan tale, during Dhanatrayodashi, Lord Dhanvantri, or the God of Ayurveda also appeared from the churning of the ocean, carrying a pot of elixir.
In accordance with this belief, worshipping Lord Dhanvantri also stays as one most essential rituals of Dhanteras &
‣ Performing His Puja with Shodashopchara (Hinduism’s rule of worship via 16 different processes) & while facing the East becomes highly auspicious. Your family members thus fetch the God’s grace for staying healthy & energetic always.
Donating medicines to those who need them & helping ill people on Dhanteras is also believed to please Lord Dhanvantri.
#5 Light The Phase Up
As per our Puranas (Skanda Purana and Padma Purana), observing the ritual of Yamadeepam also remains an integral part of celebrating Dhanteras.
In the name of Yamdev or the God of Death, light up a diya during Dhanteras evening in the presence of all permanent members of your home. Now, place that lamp at the outside threshold of your house, facing the South direction & seek the Lord’s blessings wholeheartedly.
This ensures the prevention of unexpected deaths in the family & removal of negative energies from the house.
May all dream homes blossom with prosperity & health.
Happy Dhanteras to all from Team Realtech.
