Dhanteras Puja Vidhi: Step-by-step rituals and mantras to please wealth Goddess Laxmi and Lord Kuber
Dhanteras Puja Preparation and Supplies
Before starting the Dhanteras puja, devotees clean their homes thoroughly. It is believed that Goddess Laxmi visits clean and well-lit places. People also decorate the entrances with rangoli, flowers and diyas to create an auspicious ambiance.
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Dhanteras 2025 Puja Vidhi: Dhanteras puja rituals step by step
Turning on the lamp: Start by lighting a diya (oil lamp) at the puja area to invoke positive energy.
Setting up the altar: Place idols or images of Lord Kuber, Goddess Laxmi and Lord Dhanvantri on a clean platform. Keep coins, silver or new items nearby as symbols of wealth.
When offering prayers: Offer flowers, fruits, sweets and water to the gods. Recite mantras while doing aarti.Also Read: When is the approval date for Dhanteras?
Reading mantras: Devotees chant:
Dhanteras Mantras to please Laxmi and Kuber
Lord Kuber’s mantra: “Om Shreem Hreem Kleem Kuberaya Namah”
Goddess Laxmi mantra: “Om Shreem Mahalakshmiyei Namah”
Lord Dhanvantri’s mantra: “Om Shree Dhanvantre Namah”
Cow worship and charity: Feed the cows and offer help or medicine to the sick, honoring Lord Dhanvantri.
Purchasing lucky items: After the puja, buy new utensils, gold or silver as this is considered very auspicious.
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After praying and chanting mantras, perform aarti and distribute prasad (holy offerings) among family members. Make sure the puja area is well lit throughout the evening. Avoid negative activities such as gambling or lending money during the day.
Importance of Dhanteras Puja and Rituals
Dhanteras puja is not only about wealth but also health and prosperity. Devotees believe that following the rituals carefully brings prosperity, health and peace to the household. One who performs this puja with devotion welcomes the blessings of Lord Kuber, Goddess Laxmi and Lord Dhanvantri for the coming year.
