Hariyali Teej, which falls on August 19 this year, holds great significance in the hearts of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati devotees. Among the three prominent Teej festivals observed by Hindus – Hariyali Teej, Hartalika Teej, and Kajri Teej – each holds a special place due to their occurrence in the Sawan and Bhadrapada months. Specifically, Hariyali Teej lands on the third day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Sawan. As you prepare to celebrate Hariyali Teej with your dear ones, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with its historical importance, significance, and precise date. Explore further to gain insights into this auspicious occasion.
Hariyali Teej typically arrives two days ahead of Naga Panchami. As indicated by Drik Panchang, this year, Hariyali Teej is slated for August 19, 2023. The Tritiya tithi commences at 8:01 pm on August 18 and concludes at 10:19 pm on August 19. Additionally, Hariyali Teej emerges a month prior to Hartalika Teej, scheduled for September 18 this year.
Hariyali Teej 2023: Historical Significance
Married Hindu women residing in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand embrace Hariyali Teej by observing a day-long nirjala vrat (fasting without water), seeking blessings for the enduring prosperity of their husbands. The festival venerates the union of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati. According to legend, this is the day when Lord Shiva accepted Maa Parvati as his consort following her devotion through 107 births. It was in her 108th birth that Devi Parvati triumphed, earning her the title of Teej Maata.
On Hariyali Teej, Hindu women offer prayers to Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati, seeking longevity for their spouses. They fast throughout the day, adorn their hands with Mehendi, don vibrant new attire in shades of green or red, indulge in shringar (adornment), bedeck themselves with jewelry, and more. Devotees construct new swings, accompanied by singing folk songs that extol the love shared by Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Married, newlywed, and unmarried women alike partake in fasting on this occasion. As part of tradition, parents bestow gifts upon their daughters, which may encompass homemade sweets, ghewar (traditional Rajasthani sweet), henna, and bangles.
