Business News Desk, Dhanteras is a major Hindu festival celebrated on Trayodashi tithi (13th day) of Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik according to the Hindu calendar. It is also known as Dhantrayodashi. ‘Dhanteras’ is made up of two words, the first of which is ‘Dhan’ which means money, while ‘Teras’ means the 13th day of Krishna Paksha (lunar fortnight). This day is considered very auspicious for buying gold or starting a new business. According to the Gregorian calendar, Dhanteras usually falls in the month of October or November. On this day, people worship Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kuber and Lord Dhanvantari and seek their blessings for wealth, good health and prosperous future. Trayodashi Tithi will start at 10.31 am on October 29 and will continue till 1.15 pm the next day. The auspicious time for puja is between 6.30 pm to 8.12 pm. Let us know which things are considered auspicious to buy on Dhanteras and what are the reasons behind it:
Gold and Silver
Buying gold and silver coins or jewelery on Dhanteras is a popular practice. It is believed that this brings prosperity to the house. Due to high demand on this occasion, the prices of gold and silver often increase. Gold has great cultural importance in Indian society. It is considered a symbol of wealth and status. On the other hand, silver is a much cheaper option than gold.
Utensil
Buying new copper and brass utensils on this day is considered very auspicious. It is a symbol of prosperity and abundance in the kitchen. During this period it is often advised to avoid buying steel and iron items.
Broom
Bringing a broom on Dhanteras is a symbol of removing financial problems from the family. According to belief, it helps the devotees to get rid of all debts and also brings happiness and prosperity to the house.
new vehicle
If you are thinking of buying a new vehicle, then Dhanteras is considered an auspicious occasion to do so. This helps you to achieve success in different endeavours. The arrival of a new vehicle creates a positive atmosphere in the house.
Gadgets and Appliances
People are also eager to buy new home appliances for their homes or buy gadgets like smartphones to improve their lifestyle. Apart from being considered auspicious, Diwali is also the best time to buy new items, as nowadays many e-commerce platforms as well as offline retail stores offer huge discounts on products.
