Hariyali Teej

 

Tithi & Observance (2025)

  • Date: Sunday, 27 July 2025
  • Tithi: Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Shravan (Sawan)
  • Tithi Begins: 26 July 2025 at 10:44 PM
  • Tithi Ends: 27 July 2025 at 10:44 PM

Ritual Observances:

  • Nirjala Vrat: A strict fast without food or water, observed by married and unmarried women.
  • Puja Vidhi: Worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with flowers, sweets, and solah shringar (16 adornments).
  • Jhula Ritual: Swings are decorated and used in gardens, symbolizing joy and the monsoon.
  • Sindhara Tradition: Gifts like bangles, sweets, and clothes are sent to daughters by their in-laws.

Significance

  • Divine Union: Celebrates the reunion of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, symbolizing eternal love, devotion, and marital harmony.
  • Feminine Grace & Fertility: Green attire, mehndi, and bangles represent fertility, prosperity, and feminine beauty.
  • Marital Bliss: Women pray for the longevity and well-being of their husbands, similar to Karwa Chauth.
  • Cultural Joy: The festival coincides with the lush greenery of the monsoon, hence the name Hariyali (greenery).

Legends & Mythology

The 108 Rebirths of Parvati

  • According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Parvati was reborn 108 times to win Lord Shiva’s love.
  • In her 108th birth, she performed intense penance—surviving on dry leaves and braving harsh weather.
  • Moved by her devotion, Lord Shiva accepted her as his consort, and their divine marriage is celebrated as Hariyali Teej.

The Story of Sati and Rebirth

  • Parvati was the reincarnation of Sati, who had immolated herself after her father insulted Shiva.
  • Reborn as Parvati, she undertook severe austerities to reunite with Shiva, symbolizing devotion, discipline, and divine love.

Regional Celebrations

  • Rajasthan: Grand processions of Goddess Teej with palanquins and folk dances.
  • Punjab: Known as Teeyan, celebrated with Gidda and swings.
  • Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh: Group pujas, mehndi, and Teej fairs.
  • Haryana: Declared a public holiday with cultural programs.

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