Importance of Coriander Seeds and Salt on Dhanteras
What is Dhanteras?
The word Dhanteras comes from Sanskrit, where Dhan refers to wealth, while Teras refers to the 13th day of the Hindu lunar calendar. It is marked on the Thrayodashi Tithi (13th day) of the Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik. It is celebrated two days before the festival of Diwali, and on this day, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kuber. On this day, it is considered auspicious to buy gold, silver, haldi, broom, salt, and coriander seeds. Also, buying utensils made of brass and copper and vehicles is considered auspicious. It is believed that purchasing these things brings fortune, money, good health, knowledge, and prosperity. Scroll down to learn more about why coriander seeds and salt are considered auspicious. (Image: istock)
Dhanteras puja timing and muhurat
Trayodashi Tithi begins at 12:35 PM on Nov 10, 2023
Trayodashi Tithi ends at 01:57 PM on Nov 11, 2023
Pradosh Kaal: 05:09 PM to 07:42 PM
Vrishabha Kaal: 05:27 PM to 07:27 PM (Image: istock)
Why do we buy coriander seeds on Dhanteras?
On Dhanteras, buying coriander seeds is considered highly beneficial. It is suggested to buy the seeds on the auspicious day and offer them to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantri. After expressing your wishes and desires to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantri, bury some seeds at a designated place in your house. Also, save some seeds, tie them in red cloth, and place them in the area where you keep money. It is believed that this ritual helps bring prosperity and wealth in the house. (Image: istock)
Why do we buy salt on Dhanteras?
It is considered auspicious to buy salt on Dhanteras, as it is believed that Goddess Lakshmi is pleased by buying salt. On the day of Dhanteras, it is suggested to buy a packet of salt with your own money, and on the day of Diwali, cook food using the same salt to bring prosperity, good health, and happiness to the family. It is also suggested to add the same salt to the water and mop the house to remove all the negative energies, sorrows, pain, and poverty from the house. (Image: istock)
What not to buy on Dhanteas
On Dhanteras, one should avoid buying iron, steel, glass, sharp objects, oil, and ghee. It is believed that buying these items hinders the growth, health, and prosperity of families. (Image: istock)
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