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What is Dhanteras & Why Do Indians Buy Gold on This Auspicious Day?
WHAT IS DHANTERAS? Dhanteras is the first day of the five-day Diwali festival and is derived from the Sanskrit words "dhan," which means wealth, and "teras," which means 13 and occurs on the 13th day of the Hindu lunar calendar. Hindus believe that buying new items—especially jewelry—as well as kitchenware, electronics, and even vehicles is lucky on this day. It is believed that whatever one buys on this day, reaps rich benefits. For the event, homes are purified, and Dhanvantari, the God of health and Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medical system, is worshipped. In order to welcome Lakshmi and bring...