Dhanteras 2023: The festival of Dhanteras holds great significance in Hinduism as it marks the pursuit and accumulation of wealth. Observed on the first day of Diwali, this day sees people purchasing various financial items, including gold and silver. While some items are considered auspicious for bringing into the home, others are deemed inauspicious. In this regard, let’s explore the list of items that the renowned Pandit Satish Upadhyay deems auspicious for welcoming into your home on Dhanteras and those that are best avoided.
Auspicious Purchases
Gold and Silver Jewelry: Buying gold and silver jewelry on Dhanteras is considered auspicious, as it symbolizes wealth and financial security.
Wooden Temple or Puja Accessories: On Dhanteras, acquiring a wooden temple or puja materials for decorating the home shrine is regarded as auspicious, holding importance from both a religious and economic perspective.
Vehicle: Some people purchase a new vehicle on Dhanteras, which is seen as an auspicious sign of improved financial well-being.
Gold Investments: Purchasing gold items (such as jewelry and coins) on Dhanteras is considered auspicious, as it aids in the growth of wealth.
Inauspicious Purchases
Black Fabric: Buying black fabric on Dhanteras is considered inauspicious as it may symbolize financial difficulties.
Broken Rice: Acquiring broken or damaged rice is also deemed inauspicious, as it might signify financial hardship.
Inauspicious Talismanic Jewelry: Items like restricted amulets and talismanic jewelry purchased on Dhanteras can indicate forthcoming troubles.
Unbaked Clay Statues: Purchasing unbaked clay statues is considered inauspicious, as they may symbolize financial troubles and misfortune.
