Dhanteras Ritual for Generational Wealth and Health Blessings


On Dhanteras, a day dedicated to prosperity and health, a special ritual honoring Kubera, the god of wealth, can be performed to bring blessings that resonate through generations. This ritual, rooted in ancient traditions, is believed to invoke blessings of abundance and well-being for up to a hundred years.

Steps for the Dhanteras Ritual:


  1. Create a Sacred Space: Set up your worship space with a picture or idol of Lord Kubera and light a diya (oil lamp) to signify the presence of divine energy.
  2. Gather Ingredients: Place the following items on a clean surface:
    • A glass of clean, fresh water
    • A small piece of jewelry (either gold or silver)
    • A few strands of saffron
    • A spoonful of honey
  3. Offer the Jewelry: As a symbol of wealth, place your gold or silver jewelry in the glass of water. This represents offering prosperity to Kubera and inviting his blessings into your life.
  4. Add Saffron and Honey: Saffron represents auspiciousness, while honey signifies sweetness and harmony in life. Adding these to the water amplifies the intention of abundance and happiness.   
  5. Prayers and Chanting: Close your eyes and chant mantras honoring Kubera or simply focus on your intention for health and prosperity for your family and future generations. Visualize the blessings from Kubera filling the water with positive energy.
  6. Distribute the Water: After completing the ritual, gently remove the jewelry from the glass, and give a small amount of the water to each family member to drink. This step symbolizes sharing the blessings of wealth, health, and happiness.

Symbolism and Significance

  • Kubera’s Blessing: Kubera, the guardian of wealth, is worshiped on Dhanteras for financial security and well-being. By honoring him, you invite his blessings into your home and secure his protection over your family’s fortune.
  • Elements of Wealth and Well-being: The jewelry, saffron, and honey are powerful symbols of wealth, purity, and harmony. Together, they represent an invocation for long-lasting health, abundance, and generational wealth.
When done with faith and respect, this ritual is said to infuse the blessings of prosperity and health into your family lineage, extending these gifts for years to come