Dhanteras is one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals celebrated in India and elsewhere with great enthusiasm and passion. In 2023, this will be celebrated on November 10th. It marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival and is celebrated on the thirteenth day of the month of Kartik in the Hindu calendar. The festival is organized to worship Lord Dhanvantari, the goddess of healing, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity.
Dhanteras 2023 Date
Dhanteras in this year will be celebrated on Friday, 10 November 2023. It is a Hindu festival that is celebrated on the thirteenth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Ashwin, which usually falls between October and November each year.
Dhanteras meaning
The word "Dhanteras" comes from two Sanskrit words: "dhan", meaning wealth, and "teras", meaning thirteen. On this day, it is believed that buying new items associated with wealth and prosperity brings good luck and prosperity. This day is also known as "Dhanvantari Trayodashi" or "Dhanatrayodashi" as it marks the birth anniversary of Lord Dhanvantari, the Ayurvedic God.
History of Dhanteras
Based on Hindu mythology, there is a story behind the festival of Dhanvantari Trayodashi. It is said that the son of King Hima had to die from a snake bite four days after his marriage. His wife did a trick to prevent her husband's death as she placed gold and silver coins and glittering jewelry at the entrance to their bedroom and flashed lamps everywhere. The light of the lamps shone on the gold, silver, and jewels, creating a dazzling effect that drew Yama, the God of Death, away from the prince. Since that day, Dhanatrayodashi became a day of buying new goods, associated with wealth and prosperity.
Dhanteras Celebrations
Dhanatrayodashi is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over India and people decorate their houses with rangoli, lights (diyas), and flowers. They usually offer puja to Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, to attain their blessings for prosperity, wealth, and good health. People also buy new clothes, jewelry (gold, silver), utensils, electronic appliances, and other items related to wealth on this day.
How to celebrate Dhanteras
Below we have given you 5 best ideas to celebrate Dhanatrayodashi:
1. Decorate the house
Light candles and diyas all over the house and decorate it with rangolis and flowers.
2. Buy new items
Buy new things related to wealth and prosperity like gold, silver, or jewelry.
3. Have traditional meals
Make traditional sweets and cook traditional dishes related to Dhanatrayodashi at home and distribute them to family and neighbors.
4. Make donations
Donate to poor neighbors and needy people on this auspicious day.
5. Seek blessings
Offer prayers to Lord, and seek blessings, health, and wealth.
Happy Dhanteras Wishes, Messages 2023
Here are Dhanvantari Trayodashi Wishes and Messages for you to share with your loved ones to celebrate the occasion:
- Let us light up our homes and hearts with the spirit of Dhanatrayodashi. Happy Dhanteras!
- May your life be filled with joy, happiness, good company, and success. Happy Dhanvantari Trayodashi!
- On this auspicious day of Dhanatrayodashi, may all your wishes come true and all your goals be fulfilled. HappyDhanteras!
- May you be blessed with good fortune, success, and prosperity on this Dhanavantri Trayodashi.
- Let the light of Diyas and the sound of holy chants fill your life with peace and happiness. HappyDhanteras!
Happy Dhanteras Status, Captions 2023
Below are some statuses and captions for you to share on social media on the occasion of Dhanavantri Trayodashi:
- This Dhanatrayodashi festival may bring joy and laughter to your life. #HappyDhanteras!
- Wishing you and your family members good hope and prosperity on this Dhanavantri Trayodashi! Happy #Dhanteras!
- Let us celebrate Dhanatrayodashi with love, light, and joy. #HappyDhanteras!
- On the auspicious day of the occasion, may your life be filled with wealth and prosperity. Happy #Dhanteras!
- May the festival of Dhanavantri Trayodashi bring you happiness, prosperity, and good fortune. #HappyDhanteras!
Happy Dhanatrayodashi 2023 SMS
Here are some short messages (SMS) for you to send your friends and family to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Dhanatrayodashi:
- Let us light up our homes and hearts with the spirit of Dhanatrayodashi. Happy Dhanteras!
- May the festivities of Dhanteras fill your heart and home with happiness and prosperity. Happy Dhanatrayodashi!
- This Dhanteras may bring happiness, wealth, and prosperity to your life. Happy Dhanavantri Trayodashi!
- On this Dhanatrayodashi, may your life be filled with new opportunities and success.
- May the lighting of diyas and the candles of joy will bring peace and happiness to your life. HappyDhanteras!
Dhanteras Quotes
Below we have added some Dhanteras quotes by famous celebrities of India:
"May the lamps of joy illuminate your life and fill your days with the bright sparkles of peace, mirth, and goodwill. Happy Dhanteras!" — Narendra Modi
"May the divine light of Dhanteras spread peace, prosperity, happiness, and good health in your life...!" — Amitabh Bachchan
"On this Dhanteras, I pray that your wealth grows and all your desires are fulfilled." — Sachin Tendulkar
"May the goddess of wealth and prosperity shower her blessings on you this Dhanteras and fill your life with abundance and happiness." — Shilpa Shetty
"May the festival of Dhanteras bring you and your loved ones joy, success, and happiness...!" — Akshay Kumar
"May the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras bring new opportunities, success, and happiness in your life...!" — Mahesh Babu
"On this Dhanteras, let us pray for a brighter and happier future for ourselves and our loved ones." — Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
"May the light of the diyas and the positivity of this festival fill your life with happiness and prosperity. Happy Dhanteras!" — Anupam Kher
All in all, Dhanteras is a joyful and auspicious festival that marks the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness, and wisdom over ignorance. It teaches us to embrace positivity and hope in our lives and work towards a better future.