When Is Dhanteras? Check the Correct Date and Auspicious Puja Muhurat
Dhanteras 2026 will be celebrated on November 6, with an auspicious combination of Trayodashi Tithi, Pradosh Kaal and the stable Taurus ascendant (Vrishabha Lagna). The festival marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali celebrations and holds special religious significance in Hindu tradition.
Observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik, Dhanteras is also known as Dhantrayodashi. The occasion is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity, and Lord Kuber, the divine treasurer. It also marks the birth anniversary of Lord Dhanvantari, who is worshipped as the deity of health and Ayurveda.
Dhanteras 2026: Exact Tithi and Timings
- Trayodashi Tithi Begins: November 6, 2026, at 10:30 AM
- Trayodashi Tithi Ends: November 7, 2026, at 10:47 AM
Dhanteras 2026: When Is the Most Auspicious Puja Muhurat?
The most auspicious time for Lakshmi Puja on Dhanteras is traditionally considered to be the Pradosh Kaal, the period immediately after sunset. It generally lasts for approximately 2 hours and 24 minutes.
On November 6, Pradosh Kaal coincides with the Trayodashi Tithi, making it an appropriate day for Dhanteras worship.
Many people consult the Choghadiya Muhurat while deciding the time for puja. However, according to traditional Panchang and astrological practices, Choghadiya is primarily used for travel and other routine activities.
For Dhanteras Lakshmi Puja, the preferred timing is when Pradosh Kaal coincides with a stable ascendant (Sthir Lagna), such as Vrishabha Lagna (Taurus).
According to religious beliefs, worshipping Goddess Lakshmi during a stable ascendant (Sthir Lagna) is considered particularly auspicious, as it is believed to invite lasting wealth and prosperity into the household.
For accurate city-specific puja timings, devotees should check the local sunset time and calculate the combination of Trayodashi Tithi, Pradosh Kaal and Sthir Lagna according to their city's Panchang. ALSO READ: Rare Ravi Pushya Yoga Before Diwali on November 1: Check Auspicious Shopping Timings and What to Buy for Wealth and Prosperity
Yam Deepam: The Sacred Diya for Protection Against Untimely Death
Another important tradition observed on Dhanteras is Yam Deepam, also known as Yama Deepdan.
On the evening of Dhanteras, devotees light a special diya outside the main entrance of their homes in honour of Lord Yama, the deity of death.
According to Hindu religious beliefs, lighting the Yam Deepam on the night of Trayodashi helps protect family members from the fear of untimely death and brings blessings of good health and longevity. ALSO READ: Found These 4 Things During Diwali Cleaning? Goddess Lakshmi's Blessings May Be Coming!
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