Dhanteras 2025, which marks the beginning of Diwali, is considered auspicious for purchasing gold, silver, tools and new clothes. Certain items such as black-coloured, leather or broken goods should be avoided. Dhanteras 2025: What to Buy and What to Avoid.(iStock) Dhanteras, which marks the beginning of the festival of lights, Diwali, is celebrated today with great zeal and fervor. The day is considered highly auspicious for buying gold in the Hindu calendar, and people buy gold, new utensils and other items on Dhanteras, which precedes Chhoti Diwali, commonly known as Naraka Chaturdashi. According to Drik Panchang, the Puja muhurat will start at 7:15 PM and end at 8:19 PM. Here is a list of things you can buy besides gold and silver. Gold and Silver Gold and silver are considered highly auspicious when purchased on Dhanteras. These metals symbolize wealth, purity and positive energy. These metals are also believed to protect the household from negative forces. A saleswoman wearing a gold necklace at a jewelery shop on the eve of Dhanteras, in Nagpur. New tools Buying tools made of brass, copper or steel is another age-old practice. Such items are believed to represent abundance and prosperity in the household. Lakshmi and Ganesh Idols Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and abundance, is worshiped on Dhanteras. Many households also bring home new idols or pictures of the goddess. An electric lamp with figures of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Lakshmi and other Hindu deities being sold at a market. Dhaniya (Coriander) and Namak (Salt) Some families also buy Dhaniya and Namak on Dhanteras, both of which have cultural significance. Broom A broom is also seen as an auspicious item on Dhanteras, symbolizing the removal of negative energy and welcoming positivity into the home. What to Avoid on Dhanteras While Dhanteras is associated with wealth and abundance, some items should be strictly avoided as they are believed to bring negative energy. Sharp objects Items such as scissors or knives should not be bought or brought home. Iron Items Iron objects, unless used as tools or implements, are traditionally avoided. Broken items Damaged goods such as cracked utensils, torn clothes or chipped decor are considered highly inauspicious. Black-colored items Black is associated with negativity and darkness, so purchasing black-colored items on Dhanteras is generally discouraged. Leather goods Leather is traditionally avoided, as it is considered impure and inauspicious. Dhanteras puja vidhi On Dhanteras, people start their day with purification rituals including bathing, cleaning house, worshiping deities and making sweet dishes. Many decorate their home with flowers, attractive lights, etc. Many also light earthen lamps in different corners of their homes at night and decorate their home entrance with Rangoli designs. Many also light earthen lamps in different corners of their homes at night and decorate their home entrance with Rangoli designs. On this day, many people also light a lamp with four faces, and place it at the entrance gate for Yamaraja, the god of death. This ritual is thought to protect family members from untimely death throughout the year.
Dhanteras 2025 Shopping Guide: From Gold to Broom – Here’s a List of Lucky Buys and Items to Avoid
