What to buy, avoid and do for good luck

• Clean your house and decorate it beautifully; It is believed that only a clean and well-lit house attracts Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth.

• Laxmi puja should be performed during Pradosh Kaal, two hours immediately after sunset. Offer prayers, sweets and flowers to Goddess Lakshmi and seek her blessings for wealth and prosperity.

• Place market-bought Laxmi foot stickers in east and northeast directions at home.

• Chanting the Lakshmi Beej mantra brings prosperity and wealth.

• Every corner of the house should be well lit and there should be no darkness in the home.

• Worshiping cows and feeding them is considered pure during Dhanteras.

• Help and offer medicine to the sick and needy as Lord Dhanvantri is considered the god of medicine and these things of serving make him happy.

• Buy salt on this day, as salt represents protection and eliminates negative energy from the home.

• Dhanteras is a day for financial investments. Whether you are buying gold, property or even shares, make sure you make wise choices that will reap benefits in the long run.

Don’t buy these things during Dhanteras

Sharp objects: Never buy sharp objects (knives, scissors, pins, etc.) during Dhanteras as these objects bring bad luck to your family.

Aluminum or plastic products: Do not buy plastic or aluminum during Dhanteras as it is inauspicious in Vedic astrology.

Ceramics and Glassware: Buying glass and ceramic pieces is considered bad luck. Glass objects are believed to be related to Rahu and should be avoided during Dhanteras.

Ghee or oil: Avoid buying ghee or oil during Dhanteras as they are considered inauspicious and attract obstacles. Furthermore, these items are related to the planet Rahu and its negative influence.

What should you not do during Dhanteras?

• It is strictly advised not to lend money during Dhanteras as this is considered bad luck and leads to poverty.

• Do not exchange gifts during Dhantrayodashi as it is believed to convey positive vibes and good luck.

• Do not buy broken and black items during the Dhanteras festival as it is associated with bad luck and poverty.

• Do not give rice during charity as rice is a staple food and a symbol of wealth.

• Avoid eating non-vegetarian and tamasic foods as they are not considered pure during the auspicious festival.

• Avoid selling household items during this day and also remove all useless items from the house to make it dosha free.

• Refrain from activities such as drinking, gambling and stealing anything.

Dhanteras is a time to invest in items that signify prosperity, abundance and growth. With the right purchases, performing rituals and practicing charity will help attract wealth and success not just on Dhanteras but throughout the festive season. May this Diwali bring light, love and endless prosperity into your life! May Mata Lakshmi bless you with wealth, health and good luck.

Happy Dhanteras!