Diwali has started today with Dhanteras. Dhanteras is also a special day for Lord Kuber, the god of wealth, Dhanvantari, the god of health, Maa Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and Mahadev because of the fast of Shani Pradosh. Diwali has great importance in Sanatan tradition and the rituals of this day are performed for the attainment of wealth, hope for prosperity and auspicious benefits throughout life. The day of Dhanteras is also associated with shopping and Mother Lakshmi is the goddess of prosperity, hence today is also the day to shop for her symbols. On the day of Dhanteras, idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Ganesh ji should be bought and along with this, some such items should also be bought which are the actual form of Goddess Lakshmi.
In the scriptures, not only gold and silver are considered to be the form of Goddess Lakshmi, but the kitchen is also a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi. Symbols of Goddess Lakshmi and Ganesha are present in many kitchen spices. Like coriander is called Dhanalakshmi. The lump of turmeric is called Haridra Ganesha. Therefore one must buy this today. Apart from this, you can get the complete list of what else should be purchased from here.
Dhanteras List of items to be purchased at
statue of lakshmi ganesh
coriander seeds
turmeric root
shell
Gomati Chakra
penny
Batasha
Betel
Brass-copper, or any kitchen utensil (as per requirement)
Gold and Silver (as per capacity)
Broom: Broom is also considered a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi, but since Dhanteras is Saturday, do not buy broom on this day. Bring a broom on Sunday morning. Goddess Lakshmi will be pleased with this.
Make a bundle of money on Dhanteras
There is a custom of making a bundle of Dhanalakshmi on Dhanteras. To make this bundle, take a red or yellow cloth, which is a symbol of auspiciousness and prosperity. Place 5 Kamal Gatta inside it. Keep 5 Gomti Chakra, 5 yellow cowries (kauri), 5 green cardamoms, 5 cloves, 5 betel nuts, 1 lump of turmeric, 1 silver coin, some currency notes or coins and whole coriander. Place this bundle of money at the feet of Goddess Lakshmi and then Diwali After worshiping on this day, keep it in the safe or money place. This bundle of money brings auspicious prosperity.
Coriander seeds bring prosperity
Coriander is considered very auspicious in Sanatan tradition. It is believed that by offering it while worshiping Ganesha-Lakshmi during Pradosh period on the night of Diwali, the goddess of wealth and the god of good fortune are soon pleased and shower their blessings throughout the year. It is believed that buying coriander on Dhanteras increases wealth.
Conch is the brother of Goddess Lakshmi
In Sanatan tradition, conch is considered a sacred object. It emerges from the sea, hence it is considered the brother of Goddess Lakshmi. Ghosts, fear and poverty never reside in the house where the conch is kept and worshipped. If you do not have a conch in your house, then you can buy it today to increase the auspiciousness of Dhanteras.
Importance of Gomti Chakra
Gomti Chakra is considered very important in Diwali worship. This sacred stone found in the sea is considered to be the symbol of Sudarshan Chakra of Lord Shri Krishna. It is believed that bringing it home on the day of Dhanteras and offering it to Goddess Lakshmi on the night of Diwali brings happiness and good fortune.
Cowri is the oldest currency
Mother Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, loves cowries. Cowries should always be of yellow colour. If you do not find a yellow penny, then color it with turmeric or saffron and offer it to Goddess Lakshmi on the night of Diwali. Cowri is the oldest currency, hence it is also a symbol of wealth.
turmeric root
Turmeric is considered extremely auspicious and sacred in Hindu religion. This is the reason why it is used in some form or the other in every worship and auspicious work. It is believed that bringing a lump of turmeric in the house on the day of Dhanteras and offering it to Goddess Lakshmi on the night of Diwali brings wealth and auspiciousness to the house throughout the year.
Batasha brings sweetness in life
Batasha, which increases sweetness, is considered very auspicious for the worship of Goddess Lakshmi. If you buy Batasha on the day of Dhanteras and offer it to Goddess Lakshmi on the night of Diwali, the goddess of wealth gets pleased and removes financial problems and bestows wealth.
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