Dhanteras is the first day of the Diwali festival and one of the most auspicious days for buying metals, especially gold, silver, and utensils. It is believed that buying precious metals on this day brings wealth, good luck, and prosperity for the whole year. In 2025, Dhanteras will be celebrated with great devotion and joy across India.
Let’s go step-by-step and explore the exact date, muhurat, rituals, and whether you should buy silver or brass coins this Dhanteras.
Dhanteras 2025 Date and Muhurat
- Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025
- Trayodashi Tithi Starts: 12:18 PM, 18 October 2025
- Trayodashi Tithi Ends: 1:51 PM, 19 October 2025
Lakshmi Puja Muhurat (Best Evening Time)
- New Delhi: 7:17 PM – 8:19 PM
- Mumbai: 7:39 PM – 8:42 PM
- Kolkata: 6:41 PM – 7:45 PM
- Chennai: 7:14 PM – 8:17 PM
Extended Buying Time
If you can’t shop in the evening, you can also buy coins or utensils anytime between 12:18 PM on 18 October and 6:24 AM on 19 October, as this period is considered generally auspicious.
The Significance of Dhanteras
Why is it Celebrated?
Dhanteras comes from the words Dhan (wealth) and Teras (thirteenth day of the lunar month). The day has two main stories behind it:
- Lord Dhanvantari’s Birth: On this day during the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean), Lord Dhanvantari appeared with a pot of nectar, bringing health and well-being to the world.
- King Hima’s Son: In another legend, the son of King Hima was saved from Yama (god of death) when his wife placed gold and silver coins around him, along with lit diyas. The light of these coins and lamps distracted Yama, and his life was spared.
Because of these stories, people buy gold, silver, and brass items as symbols of health, wealth, and safety from bad luck.
Why Buy Coins on Dhanteras?
Buying coins is not just a tradition; it’s a belief that inviting Goddess Lakshmi (the goddess of wealth) into your home on Dhanteras will bless you with abundance all year. Coins are small, symbolic, and affordable, so anyone can follow this custom.
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Silver vs Brass – Which is Better?
Silver Coins
- Symbolism: Purity, calmness, and mental peace. Silver is connected with the moon’s cool and peaceful energy.
- Best for: Worship and keeping in your cash box or locker for blessings.
- Engravings to Choose: Lakshmi, Ganesh, Om, or Swastik.
- Purification Before Use: Wash with Ganga Jal, milk, turmeric, and kumkum before placing in the puja.
Brass Coins or Utensils
- Symbolism: Practical prosperity and abundance in everyday life.
- Best for: Cooking utensils, puja items like diyas, or decorative pieces.
- Purification Before Use: Wash with tamarind or lemon water to remove impurities.
Quick Tip:
- Buy silver coins during the evening Lakshmi Puja Muhurat for spiritual blessings.
- Buy brass utensils anytime in the extended muhurat for practical prosperity.
Other Auspicious Purchases on Dhanteras
While silver and brass are the most popular, people also buy:
- Gold jewellery or coins
- Copper or steel utensils
- New account books or brooms (for business prosperity)
- Lamps and diyas
- Vehicles or electronics (modern twist to the tradition)
Do’s and Don’ts of Dhanteras Shopping
Do’s
- Buy at least something new — even a small silver coin.
- Keep purchased items in the puja area until Lakshmi Puja.
- Light diyas in the evening to welcome Goddess Lakshmi.
Don’ts
- Avoid buying iron or black-coloured items.
- Don’t sell old gold or silver on this day.
- Avoid lending money or valuables.
How to Perform Lakshmi–Kuber Puja on Dhanteras
- Clean Your Home: Especially the entrance and puja area.
- Decorate the Entrance: Use rangoli, flowers, and diyas.
- Set Up the Puja Area: Place idols or pictures of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber.
- Place Your New Coins: Keep them on a red cloth or plate in front of the idols.
- Offer Prayers: Light incense and diyas, offer sweets, and chant Lakshmi mantras (like Om Shreem Mahalakshmiyei Namah).
- After Puja: Keep the coins in your cash box or locker for the year.
Tips for Choosing the Right Coin
- Purity: For silver, go for BIS 999 purity for maximum value.
- Weight: Choose as per budget — even 1g coins are considered auspicious.
- Design: Religious engravings bring extra blessings.
- Source: Buy from a trusted jeweller to avoid fakes.
Placement of Coins After Puja
- Keep them in your cash box, business till, or home locker.
- Store in a clean cloth pouch or box.
- Avoid handling them unnecessarily — they are symbolic and sacred.
Conclusion
Dhanteras is not just about shopping — it’s about inviting positivity, health, and prosperity into your life. Whether you buy silver coins for blessings or brass utensils for practical use, the real value is in the devotion you put into the ritual.
For 2025, remember:
- Date: 18 October 2025
- Best Muhurat: 7:17 PM – 8:19 PM (Delhi time)
- Extended Buying: 12:18 PM – 6:24 AM next day
- Choose silver for rituals, brass for daily abundance, and make sure to purify and worship your purchases.
May this Dhanteras bring you wealth, happiness, and peace for the whole year!
