Dhanteras 2025 / Embrace Health and Prosperity with Dhanvantri Puja Vidhi, Mantra, and Aarti

Dhanteras, celebrated on the Trayodashi of Krishna Paksha in the Kartik month, marks the auspicious appearance of Lord Dhanvantri, the divine physician and god of Ayurveda. It's believed that Lord Dhanvantri emerged from the Samudra Manthan (ocean churning) holding a pot of Amrit (nectar of immortality). His worship on Dhanteras, alongside Goddess Lakshmi, is considered highly significant for acquiring good health and well-being.

Dhanvantri Puja Vidhi

To perform the puja, begin by placing a clean wooden plank covered with a red or yellow cloth. Install the idol or picture of Lord Dhanvantri, along with Lord Kubera and Goddess Lakshmi. Light a ghee lamp, apply tilak, and offer flowers to the deities, while offer sincere prayers to Lord Dhanvantri for good health and protection from ailments. During the puja, continuously chant the mantra 'Om Namo Bhagavate Dhanvantraye Vishnurupaya Namo Namah'. Conclude the puja by performing the Aarti and offering bhog (prasad). The propitious time for Dhanteras Puja in 2025 is from 07:16 PM to 08:20 PM. Performing the rituals during this specific period is believed to amplify their positive effects.

Dhanvantri Puja Mantra

While chanting 'Om Namo Bhagavate Dhanvantraye Vishnurupaya Namo Namah' is central, devotees can also chant the longer 'Om Namo Bhagavate Mahasudarshanaya Vasudevaya Dhanvantraye: Amritakalasha Hastaya Sarva Bhaya Vinashaya Sarva Roga Nivaranaya Triloka Pathaya Triloka Nathaya Shri Maha Vishnu Swarupa Shri Dhanvantri Swarupa Shri Shri Shri Aushadha Chakra Narayanaya Namah, while ' for deeper devotion. The puja concludes with the heartfelt recitation of Lord Dhanvantri's Aarti, invoking blessings for health and freedom from disease.