Mon Oct 28 13:24:20 UTC 2024: ## Dhanteras 2024: Auspicious Festival for Wealth and Prosperity

**New Delhi, India:** Dhanteras, the festival celebrated on the 13th lunar day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Ashwin (October-November), holds immense significance for Hindus. It is considered an auspicious day to seek the blessings of Lord Dhanvantari, the god of medicine and health.

According to mythology, Lord Dhanvantari emerged from the ocean during the churning of the cosmic ocean (Samudra Manthan). To commemorate this event, Dhanteras is celebrated with much fervor.

This year, Dhanteras falls on [Date] and is expected to be a special occasion as a rare planetary alignment is predicted to bring immense good fortune.

The festival is marked by purchasing new utensils, gold, and silver ornaments, as well as performing puja to Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. This year, many devotees are advised to chant specific mantras based on their zodiac sign to attract prosperity and solve financial woes.

**Special Rituals:**
* **Dhanteras Puja:** Performing puja with specific mantras and hymns is believed to bring blessings and good fortune.
* **Trigrahi Yoga:** This auspicious planetary alignment is believed to amplify the positive energies of the festival.
* **Mantra Chanting:** Reciting mantras specific to one’s zodiac sign is believed to enhance the positive impact of Dhanteras.

By observing these rituals and seeking the blessings of Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi, devotees hope to usher in a period of prosperity and well-being.

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