Diwali 2024: Why Is God Dhanvantri Celebrated On Dhanteras?

Dhanvantari, also known as Dhanvamtari, means 'moving in a curve' in Sanskrit (धन्वन्तरि).

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Dhanvantri is regarded as the God of Ayurveda according to Purans

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Dhanvantari is often depicted with four arms, holding a pot of nectar, herbs, and sometimes a book.

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In mythology, it is said that Dhanvantari came out of the cosmic ocean of milk to rescue the heavenly creatures.

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Prayers for good health are offered to Dhanvantari on Dhanteras, which falls two days prior to Diwali. Devotees pray to the diety by chanting his mantra (ॐ धन्वंतराये नमः)

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Dhanvantari, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, is the Hindu deity associated with health, healing, and Ayurvedic medicine, also known as Ayurveda.

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Dhanvantari is known as the ancestor of Divodasa, a legendary King of Kashi in the Vishnu Purana.

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