Families shop for gold jewellery and ornaments on the occasion of Dhanteras. (Image Credits: iStock)
\n\nDhanteras marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festivities and is considered an auspicious occasion associated with wealth, prosperity, health and good fortune. From buying gold and silver to lighting diyas and offering prayers to Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi, the festival is celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm across India.
\n\nAs families prepare to welcome prosperity into their homes, sharing heartfelt wishes is a lovely way to spread festive cheer. Whether you are looking for traditional greetings, meaningful messages for family, warm wishes for friends or short WhatsApp statuses, here are more than 100 Dhanteras 2026 wishes, messages and quotes to share with your loved ones.
\n\nDevotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesha on Dhanteras to seek blessings for prosperity and good fortune. (Image Credits: iStock)
\n\nHomes are decorated with diyas and traditional festive decorations to mark the beginning of Diwali celebrations. (Image Credits: iStock)
\n\nA woman lights a diya as part of the traditional Dhanteras celebrations. (Image Credits: iStock)
\n\nBuying gold and silver on Dhanteras is considered an auspicious tradition associated with prosperity. (Image Credits: iStock)
\n\nAs you celebrate Dhanteras 2026, take a moment…
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