Dhanteras, a Hindu holiday, begins on the 13th day of Krishna Paksha in Ashvin, or Kartika.
According to folktales, it signals the start of the five-day Diwali celebrations.
This day is the birth of Lord Dhanvantari, the Hindu god of medicine and healing, and Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity.
We worship Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi and celebrate wealth, prosperity, and good health on this day.
Throughout the day, we buy new items to welcome them into our homes and bring them good fortune.
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