Dhanteras (Hindi: धनतेरस), also known as Dhanatrayodashi (Sanskrit: धनत्रयोदशी), is the first day that marks the festival of Diwali or Tihar in most of India and Nepal.

Apr 3, 2025 · In Jainism, Dhanteras is celebrated as the first day of the Diwali festival. It has special significance in Jainism because Lord Mahavira attained Nirvana on this day.

Oct 28, 2024 · Dhanteras, or Dhanatrayodashi, marks the onset of Diwali and emphasizes wealth, health, and family unity. Rooted in Hindu mythology, it celebrates Goddess Lakshmi and Lord …

Dhanteras is worshiped to mark the birth of lord "Dhanvantri (incarnation of lord Vishnu)", the god of health & divine founder of Ayurveda. Dhanteras is celebrated every year, on the 13th lunar day of …

Oct 25, 2024 · Dhanteras, or Dhantrayodashi, falls on the thirteenth day of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik. On this day, people worship Lord Dhanvantari and Mata Lakshmi, inviting …

Nov 6, 2023 · Dhanteras, also known as Dhantrayodashi, is an auspicious Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the much-awaited Diwali festivities. Falling on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in …

Oct 18, 2025 · Dhanteras is regarded as one of the most auspicious days in Hindu calendar and is sometimes even referred as the festival of wealth. On this day, people buy gold, silver and other …

Dhanteras, also called Dhanatrayodashi, is the first day of the five-day Diwali festival in India. It usually falls two days before Diwali and marks the beginning of celebrations dedicated to wealth, prosperity, …

Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi falls on the trayodashi of Krishna Paksha of the Hindu month of Ashwin (Karthik according to North Indian belief). It marks the beginning of the five-day celebration of …

Today, October 29, is being observed countrywide as Dhanteras, officially the first day of Diwali festivities. But what is the story behind this auspicious day?