Dhanteras, a sacred day in the Hindu calendar, marks the beginning of the festive Diwali season. It is a day dedicated to the worship of Lord Dhanvantri, the divine physician, and the celebration of wealth and prosperity. The word "Dhanteras" is derived from the amalgamation of two words - "Dhan," meaning wealth, and "Teras," referring to the thirteenth day of the lunar fortnight.
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