Dhanteras 2026: Who is Lord Dhanvantari? Know Why He Is Worshipped on Dhanteras | Read Here

Dhanteras 2026

In 2026, Dhanteras will be celebrated on 6th November 2026. On this day, buying gold, silver, and vehicles is considered extremely auspicious. On this day, devotees worship Lord Dhanvantari. Do you know who he is and why he is worshipped?

Lord Dhanvantari is worshipped on Dhanteras

Who is Lord Dhanvantari?

According to Hindu mythology, a battle broke out between the gods (Devas) and demons (Asuras) during the Samudra Manthan to obtain Amrit. During this, several divine treasures emerged from the ocean, including Goddess Lakshmi, the moon, and Neelgaay. It is believed that Lord Dhanvantari also emerged on this day, holding a pot of Amrit, which is why the day is named after him.

Lord Dhanvantari is not only the God of wealth but also the master of Ayurveda and medicine. Along with the Amrit Kalash, various herbs and medicines also emerged from the ocean. Lord Dhanvantari studied plants and shared his knowledge with the world. He also said that there are a hundred ways of dying, one being natural death, and the rest are sudden deaths. Ayurveda and medicine are used to prevent sudden death.