New Delhi: The festival of Dhanteras is celebrated two days before Diwali and special worship of Goddess Lakshmi is done on this day. It is believed that bringing certain special things home on Dhanteras brings blessings of wealth, prosperity, and happiness. The day of Dhanteras is considered extremely auspicious for worshiping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari. Here are some remedies which are considered helpful in getting the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.

1. Gold or silver jewellery

Buying gold or silver jewelry on Dhanteras is considered auspicious. It is believed that the inclusion of gold and silver brings positive energy to the house and increases prosperity in the family. Also, these metals are considered a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi, bringing her blessings.

2. Utensils

The custom of buying utensils on Dhanteras is part of an old tradition. It is considered helpful in overcoming financial difficulties. It is believed that new items in the house, especially steel or brass utensils, attract prosperity and good luck. Therefore, bringing new utensils on this day is considered auspicious.

3. Coriander seeds

It is considered auspicious to buy coriander seeds on Dhanteras and sow them in the house after Lakshmi Puja on Diwali. It is said that this brings wealth to the house and brings economic prosperity. It is possible to get the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi with this small measure.

4. Broom

Buying a broom on the day of Dhanteras also has a special significance. It is believed that bringing a new broom into the house removes negative energy and poverty from the house. Apart from this, it is considered a symbol of pleasing Goddess Lakshmi.

5. Ganesha-Lakshmi idols

Bringing new idols of Ganesha and Lakshmi and worshipping them on the day of Dhanteras brings special blessings. Installing these idols in the place of worship in the house and worshipping them according to the rituals is considered auspicious. Bringing them on this day maintains happiness and prosperity in the family.

6. Kuber Yantra

The establishment of Kuber Yantra on Dhanteras is also considered auspicious. Kuber Devta is considered the lord of wealth and worshipping this Yantra increases wealth. Keeping it at the main entrance of the house or at the place of worship removes financial problems.