Dhanteras 2023: Fascinating facts about the festival you might not be aware of

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Explore these intriguing lesser-known facts about Dhanteras that are worth knowing.

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Dhanteras also referred to as Dhanatrayodashi, signifies the onset of the five-day Diwali festival and falls on November 10 this year. On this propitious day, people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber while acquiring specific items believed to usher in prosperity. To enhance your understanding of this auspicious occasion, here are some intriguing facts about Dhanteras that you may not be familiar with.(HT Photo/Ravi Kumar)

Published on Nov 10, 2023 11:07 AM IST

Dhanteras also referred to as Dhanatrayodashi, signifies the onset of the five-day Diwali festival and falls on November 10 this year. On this propitious day, people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber while acquiring specific items believed to usher in prosperity. To enhance your understanding of this auspicious occasion, here are some intriguing facts about Dhanteras that you may not be familiar with.(HT Photo/Ravi Kumar)

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Dhanteras also referred to as Dhanatrayodashi, signifies the onset of the five-day Diwali festival and falls on November 10 this year. On this propitious day, people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber while acquiring specific items believed to usher in prosperity. To enhance your understanding of this auspicious occasion, here are some intriguing facts about Dhanteras that you may not be familiar with. (PTI)

Published on Nov 10, 2023 11:07 AM IST

Dhanteras also referred to as Dhanatrayodashi, signifies the onset of the five-day Diwali festival and falls on November 10 this year. On this propitious day, people worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber while acquiring specific items believed to usher in prosperity. To enhance your understanding of this auspicious occasion, here are some intriguing facts about Dhanteras that you may not be familiar with. (PTI)

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Dhanteras is also known by other names - Dhanvantari Trayodashi, Dhantrayodishi and Yamadeepdaan. (Unsplash)

Published on Nov 10, 2023 11:07 AM IST

Dhanteras is also known by other names - Dhanvantari Trayodashi, Dhantrayodishi and Yamadeepdaan. (Unsplash)

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The term "Dhanteras" is a combination of two words - 'Dhan,' meaning wealth, and 'Teras,' signifying the 13th day. Therefore, Dhanteras refers to the 13th day of the month of Kartik when deities associated with wealth are worshipped. (File Photo)

Published on Nov 10, 2023 11:07 AM IST

The term "Dhanteras" is a combination of two words - 'Dhan,' meaning wealth, and 'Teras,' signifying the 13th day. Therefore, Dhanteras refers to the 13th day of the month of Kartik when deities associated with wealth are worshipped. (File Photo)

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One of the prominent and significant rituals of Dhanteras involves the purchase of gold, silver, and utensils. According to ancient mythology, acquiring these items is believed to multiply their count by 13, imparting blessings from Lord Kuber, the deity associated with wealth. (REUTERS)

Published on Nov 10, 2023 11:07 AM IST

One of the prominent and significant rituals of Dhanteras involves the purchase of gold, silver, and utensils. According to ancient mythology, acquiring these items is believed to multiply their count by 13, imparting blessings from Lord Kuber, the deity associated with wealth. (REUTERS)

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In villages across the country, people worship domestic animals because they believe their income and livelihood depend on these animals. Therefore, they feel it's essential to worship them as a source of income. (File Photo)

Published on Nov 10, 2023 11:07 AM IST

In villages across the country, people worship domestic animals because they believe their income and livelihood depend on these animals. Therefore, they feel it's essential to worship them as a source of income. (File Photo)

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