One of the most awaited festivals for Hindus across the world, Diwali is just around the corner. Also known as the Festival of Lights, it is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and by Hindus worldwide, symbolising the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. This year, Diwali falls on October 20th– which is also the day for Laxmi Puja.For the unversed, Diwali is a five-day celebration which begins with Dhanteras, when people buy gold, silver or utensils and clean their homes to invite prosperity. The second day is Choti Diwali or Naraka Chaturdashi, which commemorates Lord Krishna’s (Vishnu ji’s 8th avatar) victory over the demon Narakasura. The main day, Diwali, is celebrated to commemorate the return of Shri Rama, Maa Sita, and Laxman to Ayodhya. This is marked by lighting diyas and bursting fireworks– and it is celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasms. The fourth day is Govardhan Puja, which commemorates the day when Shri Krishna lifted the Govardhan Hill and honours nature’s bounty and protection. The final day is Bhai Dooj which cherishes the loving bond between brothers and sisters.
Why is Dhanteras celebrated
Dhanteras marks the first day of Diwali and is celebrated to honour Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health and Ayurveda, who is believed to have emerged from the ocean during the Samudra Manthan holding a pot of nectar. The day symbolises prosperity, health, and well-being. People buy gold, silver, or utensils as a sign of good luck and wealth on this auspicious day. Lighting diyas and praying for financial stability and protection from illness are important rituals on this festive day.How is Dhanteras celebratedOn Dhanteras, homes and business places are cleaned and decorated with rangolis and lamps to welcome prosperity. People worship Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi, offering sweets, flowers, and diyas. Buying gold, silver, or new utensils is considered highly auspicious as it symbolises inviting wealth and good fortune in your homes and hearts. In the evening, families perform Lakshmi Puja, light diyas to ward off evil, and pray for health, happiness, and success. The day marks the joyful beginning of the five-day Diwali festival.This year, Dhanteras is on October 17, 2025. To help you wish your friends and family on this day, here we list some wishes, message and quotes to send them:
Warm Dhanteras wishes
1. Wishing you a sparkling Dhanteras filled with health, wealth, and prosperity!2. Here’s wishing you and your loved one a very happy Dhanteras, from our family to yours!3. Happy Dhanteras! May Maa Laxmi bless you on this auspicious day!4. May Lord Dhanvantari bless you with good health and Maa Laxmi bless you with wealth. Happy Dhanteras!5. Wishing you good health and boundless wealth this Dhanteras and always.6. Happy Dhanteras! May your life be filled with positivity, peace, and prosperity.7. May this Dhanteras bring gold-like success and silver-like happiness to your home.8. Wishing you a Dhanteras filled with divine blessings and joy.9. Let the lights of Dhanteras illuminate your path to success.10. Happy Dhanteras! May you always be blessed with health and happiness.Heartfelt Dhanteras messages for family and friends11. Wishing my family a Dhanteras full of love, laughter, and blessings from Goddess Lakshmi.12. May this Dhanteras mark the beginning of endless success and joy for you.13. On this special day, may your home be filled with divine energy and happiness.14. Happy Dhanteras! Let’s welcome wealth and health with open hearts and smiling faces.15. Sending you warm wishes for a bright and blessed Dhanteras.16. May this Dhanteras remove all darkness from your life and fill it with joy.17. May Goddess Lakshmi’s blessings be with you today and always.18. Here’s wishing you prosperity in your career, peace in your heart, and joy in your home.19. May Dhanteras bring happiness to every corner of your life.20. Wishing you a golden Dhanteras full of hope and harmony.Dhanteras quotes21. “On Dhanteras, let’s not just buy gold, but invest in kindness, love, and gratitude.”22. “May your wealth grow as your heart glows this Dhanteras.”23. “True wealth lies not in gold, but in health, peace, and happy hearts.”24. “Light up your life with positivity and success this Dhanteras.”25. “Prosperity begins with a grateful heart — Happy Dhanteras!”26. “Let the light of diyas remind us that happiness is the real treasure.”27. “On Dhanteras, may you shine brighter than gold and glow with contentment.”28. “Celebrate abundance, not just of money, but of love and good health.”29. “This Dhanteras, let’s fill our homes with light and our hearts with gratitude.”30. “The true sparkle of Dhanteras is in giving, sharing, and celebrating life.”Short and sweet Dhanteras greetings31. Happy Dhanteras! Wishing you wealth, wisdom, and wellness.32. May your home glow with diyas and your heart with joy.33. On Dhanteras, may fortune smile brightly upon you.34. May this festival of wealth bring happiness and good luck.35. Happy Dhanteras! Shine bright with blessings and success.36. Wishing you endless prosperity this Dhanteras and always.37. May your life be as bright as gold this Dhanteras.38. Blessings of Goddess Lakshmi be with you always.39. Celebrate Dhanteras with love, light, and laughter.40. Happy Dhanteras to you and your family!
Unique and heartwarming lines about Dhanteras
41. May Dhanteras fill your life with golden moments and silver smiles.42. On this Dhanteras, may you receive gifts of joy, success, and serenity.43. Let the glow of diyas bring warmth to your heart and home.44. May every light you kindle bring prosperity your way.45. On this Dhanteras, I wish you endless blessings and timeless happiness.46. May Goddess Lakshmi bless your business and family with immense success.47. This Dhanteras, may your dreams turn into reality and efforts into achievements.48. Wishing you a Dhanteras that’s as bright and beautiful as you are.49. May your house always shine with the light of happiness and wealth.50. Here’s to health, happiness, and prosperity — Happy Dhanteras!
