Dhanteras 2025: Best Times for Buying Gold and Silver, Worship, and Yam Deep Lighting Rituals
Dhanteras marks the onset of the Diwali festival and is a day celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. In 2025, this auspicious occasion will fall on October 18. Devotees perform rituals to honor Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera, seeking blessings of wealth and prosperity.
Dhanteras Timing and Worship Schedule
The Trayodashi Tithi will commence at 12:18 PM on October 18 and will conclude at 1:51 PM on October 19. Among the key timings are:
- Pradosh Kaal: 5:48 PM to 8:19 PM
- Vrishabha Kaal: 7:15 PM to 9:11 PM
The ideal time for worship is during the Pradosh Kaal, specifically from 7:15 PM to 8:19 PM, which is recommended for honoring the deities effectively.
Auspicious Times for Buying Gold and Silver
Purchasing gold and silver is a significant aspect of Dhanteras, believed to usher in prosperity. The following are the most favorable windows for purchases:
- First Timing: 8:50 AM to 10:33 AM
- Second Timing: 11:43 AM to 12:28 PM
- Third Timing: 7:16 PM to 8:20 PM
Additionally, Choghadiya Muhurta indicates several other auspicious periods:
- Shubh Kaal: 7:49 AM to 9:15 AM
- Labh/Progress Kaal: 1:32 PM to 2:57 PM
- Amrit Kaal: 2:57 PM to 4:23 PM
- Char Kaal: 12:06 PM to 1:32 PM
Lighting of Yam Deep and Its Significance
A cherished tradition on Dhanteras involves lighting a Yam Deep lamp at the entrance of homes. This ritual, dedicated to Yamraj, is believed to enhance the health and happiness of the family.
The auspicious time to perform this lighting ritual is from 5:48 PM to 7:04 PM, lasting for approximately 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Traditions and Celebrations of Dhanteras
Dhanteras is not just about purchases; it is a day filled with spiritual significance. Homes are adorned with lamps, rangoli, and flowers. People prepare for the festivities by buying new clothes, decorative items, and valuable assets, believing that such investments on this day bring good fortune.
Historically, this festival commemorates the emergence of Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi during the churning of the ocean. Celebrating Dhanteras is a way for families to invite health, wealth, and happiness into their lives, fostering a sense of positive energy.
