Dhanteras 2022: Don't make the mistake of buying these things during this year's Dhanteras

Dhanteras is considered an auspicious festival of wealth and prosperity. While 'Dhan' means riches, 'Teras' signifies the thirteenth day of Krishna Paksha. Specifically, the first day of Diwali in India is regarded as Dhanteras or Dhanatrayodashi.

It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi appeared from the ocean of milk during the Samundra Manthan.

This year, some may have some confusion over the exact date of Dhanteras. While some say Dhanteras will fall on October 22, others think it will be on October 23. This year's Dhanteras puja timing will fall between 7 pm and 8.17 pm on October 22.


People usually buy gold, silver, and brass items, which are believed to bring good fortune, prosperity, and protection from evils.

While buying some items on this day is believed to please Goddess Lakshmi, many people often make mistakes by buying the wrong items, which may lead to misfortune. Here are a list of items which you should avoid purchasing on this day. We have also listed items to buy which are believed to bring good fortune on Dhanteras.

FAQs:

Which things should one avoid buying on Dhanteras?

• Sharp objects associated with Rahu or ominous signs, including knives, scissors, pins, etc. should be avoided on this auspicious day.
• Similarly, one should not buy any glassware items.
• Do not buy things made of iron, aluminium, and plastics products on Dhanteras.
• Also, do not buy oil or ghee on this day.

Which things are lucky to purchase on Dhanteras?

• You can buy utensils made of copper, brass, and silver to be filled with water or food before entering the house during Dhanteras.
• Needless to say, gold and silver coins as well as gold jewellery are said to bring good fortune on Dhanteras.
• Metal or clay Lakshmi and Ganesh idols are considered auspicious purchases on Dhanteras.
• You can also buy equipment, including phone, laptop, refrigerator, microwave, etc on this day.