Dhanteras is an auspicious day, just the beginning of the first day of Diwali celebration. Dhanteras is the worship of Lord Dhanvantri. On the night of Dhanteras, diyas are ritually kept burning throughout the night in honor of Goddess Lakshmi and Dhanvantri. Therefore, Hindus consider this day very auspicious for buying gold, silver, and new utensils to bring good luck and perform puja of ‘Goddess Laxmi and Dhanvantri’ with devotion.
Apart from gold and silver, there are 10 things you can buy on Dhanteras by investing for a long term wisely. In 2021, Dhanteras will be celebrated on the 2nd of November, and you can purchase 10 things, which will bring good luck and wealth the whole year.
Listed below are the 10 things that you can buy on this auspicious occasion of Dhanteras for an abundant shower of wealth and success in your life:
- Gold and silver
Buying of gold and silver on Dhanteras is considered auspicious in majority of the Indian household. Therefore, these precious assets can be purchased in the form of gold jewellery, gold or silver coins, gold bars, silver puja thali and other gold and silver things that people generally buy on the day of Dhanteras.
- New Utensils
Many people are interested in buying utensils made of silver, steel, or brass, such as steel dinner sets; spoons, bowls, glasses, or anything required in the kitchen is purchased on Dhanteras day. Next, utensils are filled with grains and kept for puja.
- Broom
In Hindus, the broom is the abode of Goddess Lakshmi, removing negative vibes and infusing positivity in the house. It is also believed that broom sweeps off poverty and misery and brings happiness and prosperity in the house on the auspicious day of Dhanteras.
- Electronic products
Other things purchased on this day apart from gold & silver are gadgets like refrigerators, television, smartphones, and many more favorite gadgets that are preferred in every household on Dhanteras day.
- Idols
Buying gold and silver idols of Lakshmi & Ganesh are very popular during dhanteras day. This is because an idol of Lakshmi & Ganesh is considered very auspicious for prosperity and greets positive vibes in the house.
- Vehicle
Purchase of automobiles is highly visible on this day. During festive times of Dhanteras and Diwali, there are attractive discounts and offers at the auto sales department. Though buying a vehicle is a devaluing asset, bringing home a new car on Dhanteras is considered auspicious. Therefore, if you already own one, go for a new car by exchanging the older one.
- Open a new account
Many individuals prefer opening of new savings account as a symbol of prosperity on this day. Moreover, it is an important day for businessmen, and opening of a new account also known as “Khaatha Khulna” on dhanteras day is considered a good luck sign for prosperity.
- Gomati chakras
Buy 11 Gomati chakras, considered sacred, bringing good health, wealth, and success. The sea snail Gomati chakra shape resembles the ‘Sudarshan Chakra’ of Lord Krishna and is also a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi and can be kept in your locker for inviting positive vibes once the puja is performed on Dhanteras day.
- Shri Yantra
Buying Shri yantra on Dhanteras day is considered very auspicious as it attracts wealth and good luck in the buyer’s life. Shri yantra is also known as Navyoni chakras. It is deemed powerful as it consists of nine interlocking triangles and is considered the best way to worship Goddess Lakshmi on dhanteras day.
- Financial investment
Buyers also prefer making investments in other financial assets like bonds, fixed/recurring deposits, Investment in equity, which are long term returns once invested wisely. These investments are considered smart investments for a long-term return on the day of dhanteras.
Hence, with the above-stated things, you get various options to choose and buy as per your interest and budget on this dhanteras day! So, make safe investments and expect favorable results this Dhanteras.
Tanishq wishes all the reader’s a very Happy Dhanteras!
