Dhanteras 2025: The tradition of buying gold, silver utensils, brooms and many new things on the day of Dhanteras has been going on for centuries. People may or may not buy anything on this day, but they definitely buy brooms. In Hindu religion, broom is considered a symbol of Goddess Lakshmi, hence buying it on the day of Dhanteras is very auspicious. However, on this day it is very important to follow some special rules while buying a broom and after buying it. Let us know which mistakes should not be made after buying a broom on the day of Dhanteras.
How many brooms should one take on Dhanteras?
On the day of Dhanteras, always buy brooms in odd numbers like 1, 3 or 5. Apart from this, one should never buy brooms in numbers 2, 4, 6 on Dhanteras. It is believed that this brings poverty in the house.
Which broom should one buy on Dhanteras?
Buying a broom with straw or flowers on Dhanteras is considered auspicious. On this auspicious occasion, one should buy a broom which is made by hand. On Dhanteras, buy only brooms made of palm leaves, wire leaves, grass or straws. Also, this broom should always be bought in the morning.
Where to keep the broom on Dhanteras?
Keep the broom purchased on the day of Dhanteras in the south direction of the house. It is believed that this removes negative energy from the house. Apart from this, keeping the broom in the kitchen or store room of the house is also considered auspicious.
What to do with old broom on Dhanteras?
If you are buying a new broom on Dhanteras, then do not throw away the old broom, because it takes away the blessings of the house. On Dhanteras, along with the new broom, the old broom should also be worshipped. With this, you and your home get the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.
Which broom should not be bought on Dhanteras?
The broom purchased on Dhanteras should not have broken bristles, because a broken broom is considered a symbol of poverty. Also, avoid buying plastic brooms, as they are not suitable for Dhanteras.
What to do after buying a broom on Dhanteras?
After purchasing the broom on Dhanteras, worship it. Tie a white thread on the broom, so that the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi remain. Always touch the broom with clean hands only. Never keep the broom purchased on this day standing. If you accidentally step on the broom, apologize.
(Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.)