The significance of Dhanteras is that we can achieve real wealth through the blessings of Shri Dhanvantri Bhagwan. This real wealth is good health and freedom from diseases. For wealth, we worship Lord Shiva as Vitteshwara. In our tradition, we do not worship Kuber as he enslaves humans. Lord Shiva is the source of all wealth; without him, Lakshmi will not come.
Pooja Muhurat: November 6, 2026 | 6:02 PM – 7:57 PM (IST)
Dhanvantri Pooja
- You have to light two diyas.
- One diya will be 4-mukhi and of cow ghee. Place this diya on the left side of the Shiva Linga.
- The second diya will be 2-mukhi and of mustard oil. Place this diya on the right side of the Shiva Linga.
- Now perform Panchopachara Pooja of the Shiva Linga and chant the following mantra.
ॐ श्री धन्वन्तरे नमः।
om śrī dhanvantare namaḥ
Chant 8 malas of this mantra to prevent diseases. Those who are suffering from chronic health issues must chant 14 malas.
Vitteshwara Pooja
Worshipping Lord Shiva as Vitteshwara increases income and wealth. It also helps to cut down on unnecessary expenses and ensures a stable flow of wealth.
ॐ नमः शिवाय नमः वित्तेश्वराय।
om namaḥ śivāya namaḥ vitteśvarāya
Chant 11 malas of this mantra if you think your income is not sufficient and you have to earn more. If you want to cut down expenses and amass wealth, chant 21 malas.
Buying Utensils
It is an old tradition to buy utensils on the day of Dhanteras. This ensures good health and appetite. The reason to buy utensils is to activate the Dhatu Rashis. It is a Tithi of Jupiter and he exalts in a Dhatu Rashi (Cancer). So the best metal (dhatu) for health is silver, as the Jeeva (Jupiter) loves it.
Secondly, we can buy utensils of different metals based on the 2nd lord of our Horoscope. This ensures health and wealth. For example, if your second lord is Venus, you should buy silver utensils to eat in.
Metals of Planets
- Agni Planets (Sun and Mars): Copper
- Jala Planets (Moon and Venus): Silver
- Prithvi Planet (Mercury): Earthenware
- Akash Planet (Jupiter): Gold
- Vayu Planet (Saturn): Steel or Iron
