DHANTERAS CELEBRATION

October 22 and 23, 2022.

R.P. Rajwade

Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi is the most important festival of India which is celebrated across the country.

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It is first day first day of five days long Diwali festivities.

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On the day of Dhantrayodashi, Goddess Lakshmi came out of the ocean during the churning of the Milky Sea.

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Hence, Goddess Lakshmi, along with Lord Kubera who is the God of wealth, is worshipped on the auspicious day of Trayodashi..

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As per Drik Panchang, this year, the sacred festival of Dhanteras is being celebrated on both days October 22 and 23, 2022.

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Trayodashi Tithi Begins October 22, 2022 – 06:02 PM Trayodashi Tithi Ends October 23, 2022 – 06:03 PM

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Pradosh Kaal October 22, 05:45 PM to 08:17 PM Vrishabh Kaal October 22, 07:01 PM to 08:56 PM

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Puja Muhurat October 22, 2022 – 07:01 PM to 08:17 PM

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The gold, silver, and household items, are purchased on this day.

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