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In Indian culture and Sanatan traditions, the series of festivals and events are very sacred and full of enthusiasm. The holy festival of Diwali begins on Trayodashi date of Krishna Paksha of Kartik month i.e. Dhanteras (Dhanteras 2026) Happens with. This year this great festival of Dhanteras 6 November, Friday Will be celebrated on the day of. According to religious beliefs, Lord Dhanvantari, Goddess Lakshmi and Kuber, the god of wealth, are worshiped on the day of Dhanteras. Purchasing gold, silver, new utensils, jewelery and other auspicious items on this day is considered very fruitful. It is believed that purchases made on this day bring 13 times more blessings to the house. However, there are some strict prohibitions mentioned in astrology and religious scriptures, under which one should avoid transaction of certain things on the day of Dhanteras. If you exchange some special items even unknowingly on this day, it may have a negative impact on the happiness, prosperity and good fortune of your home. Let us know in detail what transactions should be avoided on the day of Dhanteras and what religious beliefs are behind it.
Why is transaction of salt considered inauspicious on Dhanteras?
Salt has great importance in our life, without it the taste of food remains incomplete. But from religious and astrological point of view, salt is also linked to the planets Venus and Moon as well as our economic stability.
According to popular beliefs, on the holy occasion of Dhanteras or Diwali, salt should not be donated to anyone nor should one borrow it from anyone. It is believed that exchanging salt on this day affects the financial condition of the house and the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi start decreasing. Therefore, on the day of Dhanteras, it is auspicious to keep a box full of salt in the house, but giving it to someone outside is considered inauspicious.
Giving sharp things like knives, needles and scissors brings bitterness in relationships.
The practice of giving or receiving gifts on the holy festival of Dhanteras is common, but special care should be taken that never gift sharp, pointed or iron things to anyone nor take them yourself.
Objects like knives, scissors, needles or cutters are considered symbols of negativity and separation. According to religious beliefs, if you give or take such things from anyone on the day of Dhanteras, it not only hinders the blessings of the house but also increases the possibility of bitterness in relations with family members and friends. Therefore, trading or exchanging sharp objects should be completely avoided on this day.
Donation or transaction of oil and ghee affects the prosperity of the house.
The entire festival of Diwali and Dhanteras is associated with the lighting of lamps and illumination. Pure ghee and oil are used to light lamps during worship, which are considered symbols of prosperity and energy in our culture.
According to astrology, one should avoid donating or lending oil or ghee to anyone on the day of Dhanteras. It is believed that oil and ghee are directly related to the fortunes and material comforts of the house. If you give ghee and oil from your kitchen or home to someone else on this day, it is interpreted to mean that you are sharing the happiness and good fortune of your home with others, which may lead to financial crisis.
Blessings are affected by giving or lending cash.
This entire day of Dhanteras is completely dedicated to the Gods of wealth, glory and opulence. In such a situation, it is advised to be very careful regarding money transactions on this day.
It is believed that one should not lend cash to anyone on the day of Dhanteras. If you lend cash to someone on this day, it is believed that Goddess Lakshmi departs from your home and goes to that person. While there is no harm in paying cash to shopkeepers to purchase your own puja materials or auspicious items, it is best to avoid exchanging money with others.
Why are items made of glass not considered auspicious?
On the day of Dhanteras, one should avoid bringing glass utensils or any decorative item made of glass home or gifting it to anyone. According to astrology, glass is believed to be related to the cruel planet ‘Rahu’, which is said to be the cause of confusion, instability and sudden loss.
This is the reason why exchanging glass items on a very holy and auspicious occasion like Dhanteras can lead to negative energy entering the house. If you must buy new items, then buy utensils made of brass, copper, silver or steel, which bring positivity and lasting happiness and prosperity in the house.