Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. As per Hindu belief, Goddess Lakshmi — the goddess of wealth — and Lord Kubera — the god of prosperity — are worshipped on this day. This year, Dhanteras will be celebrated on October 18, 2025 (Saturday).
According to the Drik Panchang, the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in Kartik month will begin at 12:18 PM on October 18 and end at 1:51 AM on October 19. The most auspicious time for Dhanteras Puja is during the Pradosh Kaal, between 7:15 PM and 8:19 PM.
Dhanteras 2025 – What to Buy & What Not to Buy for Prosperity
Date & Muhurat
- Dhanteras Date: October 18, 2025 (Saturday)
- Trayodashi Tithi: Oct 18, 12:18 PM – Oct 19, 1:51 AM
- Puja Muhurat: 7:15 PM – 8:19 PM (Pradosh Kaal)
What to Buy (Auspicious Purchases)
| Symbol | Item | Belief / Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 🪙 | Gold & Silver | Attracts wealth and prosperity |
| 🍲 | Copper / Brass Utensils | Pleases Goddess Annapurna (Goddess of Food) |
| 🧹 | Broom (Jhadu) | Removes poverty, invites Goddess Lakshmi |
| 📖 | New Account Books | Brings success and financial growth in business |
| 💡 | Diyas & Lamps | Symbol of light, positivity, and divine blessing |
⚠️ What NOT to Buy (Inauspicious Items)
| 🚫 Item | Belief / Reason |
|---|---|
| 🛢️ Oil | Brings negative energy |
| 🧴 Plastic Items | Blocks flow of prosperity |
| ⚫ Black Clothes | Associated with Shani (Saturn) and negativity |
| 👞 Shoes / Slippers | Linked to Saturn’s inauspicious influence |
| 🍶 Glass / Ceramic Utensils | Symbol of fragility and instability |
Spiritual Significance
- On Dhanteras, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari emerged from the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean).
- Worshipping them brings health, wealth, and long-lasting prosperity.
What To Buy On Dhanteras 2025
- Gold and Silver:
Buying gold or silver coins, jewelry, or idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha is considered highly auspicious. It is believed to attract wealth and prosperity to the household. - Utensils (Copper or Brass):
Purchasing utensils made of copper or brass is believed to please Goddess Annapurna and ensure abundance of food and happiness. - Broom (Jhadu):
If buying gold or silver isn’t possible, buying a broom is symbolic of removing poverty and negativity from the house. It is also associated with Goddess Lakshmi. - New Account Books and Ledgers:
Business owners often buy new bahi-khata (ledgers) on Dhanteras, as it marks the start of the new financial year with divine blessings.
What Not To Buy On Dhanteras 2025
- Oil:
Purchasing oil on Dhanteras is considered inauspicious as it is associated with negative energy. - Plastic Items:
Avoid buying plastic or artificial goods, as they are believed to block positive energy and wealth flow. - Black Clothes:
The color black is associated with negativity and Saturn’s influence (Shani Dosh), hence should be avoided. - Footwear:
Shoes and slippers represent Saturn’s domain and are believed to invite obstacles if bought on this day. - Glass or Ceramic Utensils:
Glass items are fragile and linked with instability; hence, they are best avoided on Dhanteras.
Spiritual Significance
It is believed that on Dhanteras, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari emerged from the ocean during the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean). Thus, this day also honors Lord Dhanvantari, the god of Ayurveda and good health.
Homes are decorated with diyas, rangoli, and flowers, and people light lamps to invite the goddess of wealth and health into their homes.