Dhanteras 2026 (AI Image)
Dhanteras Date 2026: In Hinduism, the grand festival of Diwali begins with the sacred festival of Dhanteras, also known as Dhan Trayodashi. Celebrated on the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) of the month of Kartik, this festival is associated with the worship of Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health, Kubera, the god of wealth, and Goddess Lakshmi, as well as the offering of lamps to Yamraj, who is considered a symbol of good health, longevity, and prosperity.
This year, due to the coincidence of dates, people have a big question about whether Dhanteras will be celebrated on November 6th or 7th. Let's learn about the exact date and important shopping times for Dhanteras in 2026, according to the calendar.
According to the calendar, Dhanteras will be celebrated on Friday, November 6th, in the year 2026. Trayodashi Tithi will begin at 10:30 am on this day and end at 10:47 am on the next day, November 7th. Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi are worshipped in the evening on Dhanteras. Therefore, according to the calendar, celebrating Dhanteras on November 6th is considered appropriate.
Performing puja during the Pradosh period on Dhanteras holds special significance. According to the Panchang, the auspicious time for puja on November 6, 2026, is from 6:02 pm to 7:57 pm. The Pradosh period is from 5:33 pm to 8:09 pm, and the Vrishabha period is from 6:02 pm to 7:57 pm.
Shopping on Dhanteras is considered auspicious. People buy gold, silver, utensils, coins, and other household items on this day. It is a religious belief that auspicious items purchased on Dhanteras bring happiness and prosperity to the home. Therefore, if you are planning to shop on Dhanteras, be sure to check the auspicious Chaughadiya or other shopping muhurat listed in your city's almanac. While the entire day of Dhanteras is considered auspicious, shopping during the auspicious muhurat is considered more beneficial.
On Dhanteras, along with worshipping Lord Dhanvantari, there is also a tradition of lighting lamps for Yamaraj. This is called Yama Deepam. According to religious belief, lighting lamps in the name of Yamaraj on this day is believed to protect family members from untimely death. When lighting lamps on this day, prayers are offered for the family's well-being and good health.
According to mythology, Lord Dhanvantari appeared with the pot of nectar during the churning of the ocean. He is considered the god of Ayurveda and health. Therefore, Dhanteras is also celebrated as Dhanvantari Jayanti. On this day, Lord Dhanvantari is worshipped and good health and long life are prayed for. Worshiping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera is associated with wealth, prosperity, and happiness. Therefore, this festival is considered important for both health and financial well-being.
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