The beginning of the Diwali festivities is marked by the important Hindu festival of Dhanteras. For Indian residents of the US, this article offers vital information about Dhanteras in 2023.
Here you will find everything you need to know, from the lucky date and time to customs and traditions.
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- When will Dhanteras 2023 be in USA?
- What is Dhanteras 2023 Puja Muhurat in USA?
- Importance of Yama Deepam
When will Dhanteras 2023 be in USA?
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Dhanteras, or Dhanatrayodashi, is a Hindu festival celebrated on the thirteenth day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Kartik. The United States will celebrate Dhanteras on November 10, 2023.
What is Dhanteras 2023 Puja Muhurat in USA?
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Dhanteras pooja should be performed during the auspicious period. The US Dhanteras Puja Muhurat will take place in 2023 and will last for 1 hour and 24 minutes.
| City | Yama Deepam Date | Yama Deepam Sayan Sandhya Hora | Dhantrayodashi date | Trayodashi Tithi Begins | Trayodashi Tithi ends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 17:02 to 18:25 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 23:05 on November 9, 2023 | 12:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| NY | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:43 to 18:06 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 02:05 am on November 10, 2023 | 03:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| chicago | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:35 to 17:59 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 01:05 on November 10, 2023 | 02:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| the Angels | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:53 to 18:13 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 23:05 on November 9, 2023 | 12:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| Washington | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:59 to 18:21 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 02:05 on November 10, 2023 | 03:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| seattle | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:39 to 18:06 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 23:05 on November 9, 2023 | 12:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| San Diego | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:51 to 18:11 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 23:05 on November 9, 2023 | 12:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| Philadelphia | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 17:13 to 18:36 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 02:05 on November 10, 2023 | 03:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| dallas | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 17:29 to 18:50 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 01:05 on November 10, 2023 | 02:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| houston | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 17:28 to 18:48 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 01:05 on November 10, 2023 | 02:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| Austin | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:52 to 18:17 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 01:05 on November 10, 2023 | 02:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| atlanta | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 17:38 to 18:59 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 02:05 on November 10, 2023 | 03:27 on November 11, 2023 |
| Mount Vernon | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 16:59 to 18:22 | Friday, November 10, 2023 | 02:05 on November 10, 2023 | 03:27 on November 11, 2023 |
Importance of Yama Deepam
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An important custom of Dhanteras is Yama Deepam, which involves lighting a lamp in memory of the god of death, Lord Yama.
Usually this lamp is placed outside the house to protect family members from early death and prevent unfortunate deaths.
In 2023, Dhanteras will fall on November 10 in the United States.
This auspicious day, marked by traditions like Puja Muhurat, Yama Deepam and others, marks the beginning of the Diwali festival and brings happiness, wealth and light to homes.
Families gather around this time to celebrate their blessings and ask for God’s blessings for a prosperous future.
Note: Dates and times may be subject to change; The details mentioned here are as per available information.
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