Dhanteras is the first day of the five-day Diwali Festival. Dhanteras Festival is also known as "Dhantrayodashi. In the word Dhanteras, "Dhan" stands for wealth. On Dhanteras, the "Owl" form of the Goddess Laxmi is worshiped to provide prosperity and well being. Dhanteras falls on the thirteenth day of the month of ashwin.Celebrations
Dhanteras is celebrated with gusto and enthusiasm. "Lakshmi-Puja" is performed in the evenings when tiny diyas of clay are lit to drive away the shadows of evil spirits. Lamps are kept burning all through the nights. "Bhajans"-devotional songs- are sung in praise of Goddess Lakshmi.
Preparations
To mark the auspicious day, houses and business premises are renovated and decorated. Entrances are made colorful with traditional motifs of Rangoli designs to welcome the Goddess of Wealth and Prosperity.
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