Dantras 2024: The auspicious moment of Dhanteras has arrived. The five-day festival of lights begins with Kartik Krishna Trayodashi. Therefore, Dhanteras is considered the most auspicious day for shopping. It is believed that on this day, nectar pots emerge from the churning of the ocean. Dhanvantari, the doctor of the gods, appeared with a jar of nectar. Dhanvantari is worshiped on this day to pray for good health and good health. This day is also considered as Cooper Day. Kubo is also worshiped on this day to pray for wealth and prosperity. Let us tell you today that Lord Dhanvantari and Kuber Maharaj are the worshiped persons of Dhanteras?
Dhanvantari emerges from the churning of the ocean
Mythology holds that among the 24 incarnations of Lord Vishnu, the 12th was Dhanvatnari. Many stories about the appearance of Lord Dhanvantari can be found in the Puranas. It is said that fourteen gems emerged from the depths of the ocean when it was churning. When the gods and demons with the help of Vasuki Naag turned the Mandar hill into a blender to churn the ocean, after thirteen jewels, Dhanvantari ji appeared as the fourteenth jewel on the Trayodashi of Kartik Krishna Paksha. Dhanvantari appeared with the blessings of Amrit, i.e. life, and also had profound knowledge of Ayurveda. This is why he is considered the god of health.
Lord Dhanwantali has four arms. Like Lord Vishnu, he holds conches and chakras in his hands. The other hand also holds the nectar pot. Dhanvatnari appears on Trayodashi of Kartik Krishna Paksha. Therefore, there is a tradition of buying utensils on this day. It is believed that on the day of Dhanteras, your shopping will increase exponentially.
Kub Maharaj is the treasurer of the gods.
There is also the tradition of worshiping Kubera Maharaj on the day of Dhanteras. Kub Maharaj is known as the treasurer of the gods. The story of how he became treasurer is very interesting. According to mythology, Kuber was the grandson of Lord Brahma and the son of sage Vishrava. Cooper was born in a saint’s family, but his life characteristics made him different from ordinary people. Through arduous penance and meditation, Kubera received great wealth from King Brahma and the gift of King Yaksha.
Brahma also claims that he is the god of wealth, glory and prosperity. Lord Brahma gave special blessings to Khuber, making him known as the “Master of Wealth” across the world. It is said that Khubal is also the gatekeeper of Lord Shiva. According to the Skanda Purana, Lord Shiva bestowed the title of Khubal on Gunanidhi. It is said that by worshiping Khubal Maharaj on the day of Dhantra, the storehouse of wealth will never be empty.
