Hariyali Teej 2024: Timings, Date, Rituals, Images

Hariyali Teej ('हरियाली तीज' in Hindi), is a significant teej festival among Hindu women. Alongside Kajari Teej and Hartalika Teej, it holds prominence. Falling on the Tritiya (3rd day) of the shukla paksha (bright fortnight) in the month of Shravan (Sawan) as per the Hindu calendar. Married women observe the Hariyali Teej fast to ensure the well-being and longevity of their husbands.

Hariyali Teej 2024 is on August 07, Wednesday

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2024 Hariyali teej date is August 07, Wednesday, three days after Hariyali amavasya which falls on August 04 and two days before nag panchami on August 09. Hartalika teej is celebrated on shukla paksha tritiya of bhadrapad on Friday, September 06. On August 19, the day will commence with sunrise at 06:08 AM and sunset at 06:52 PM. The Tritiya tithi will extend from 08:02 PM on August 18 to 10:20 PM on August 19. Moonrise is at 08:18 AM, while the moon set at 08:47 PM.

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Married women observe Hariyali Teej fast for the longevity and health of their husbands.

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The festival falls during monsoon season when the surroundings are covered with green color, hence the name Hariyali Teej (Green Teej). Hariyali Teej is also known as Sawan Teej (or Sawan ki teej), Choti Teej and Madhusrava Teej. The festival of Hariyali Teej holds the same significance as Karwa Chauth observed by the married Hindu women.

The festival of Hariyali Teej is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Her unison with Lord Shiva. It was on this auspicious day that Lord Shiva accepted Goddess Parvati as his wife. For this reason Goddess Parvati is also referred as ‘Teej Mata’.

Hariyali Teej is observed with great pomp and show in the north Indian states. In Punjab it is known as Teeyan and in the state of Rajasthan it is called as Shingara Teej. The celebrations of Hariyali Teej may vary slightly from region to region, but the spirit and enthusiasm is same everywhere.

Few states have declared Hariyali teej an official holiday or restricted holiday.

Hariyali Teej 2024 Tithi timings:

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Rituals of Hariyali Teej:

Hariyali Teej brings forth a tradition where married women are gifted with embellishments like traditional clothing, bangles, henna, sindoor, and sweets by their in-laws.

The women particularly dress up in green color lehengas or saris. These Shringara items are symbolic of marriage and hold great significance for married women. Also wearing them is considered to be auspicious. As per the Hindu traditions it is believed that by wearing all the 16 adornments a woman can keep her husband protected from all evils. This custom of gifting ‘Sindhara’ is particularly significant for the newlyweds. As a part of the ritual, women then go to their parent’s house for celebrating Hariyali Teej. Delicious food items are prepared and enjoyed by all.

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Women apply henna or mehendi on hands during Hariyali teej

During Hariyali Teej, the practice of adorning hands and feet with henna takes center stage. This tradition is integral to the Shringara Teej celebration. The depth of affection from husbands is thought to be reflected in the hue of the Mehendi. A deeper color signifies greater love from a spouse or fiance. In certain regions, women even inscribe the names of their beloved or husband using henna on their hands

The tradition of Vat Vriksha also forms an important part of the ‘Shravani teej’. In most of the places, swings are hung on the branches of Banyan tree or Vat Vriksha and even in houses. Women spend the day swinging along with dancing and singing with other women. On the day of Hariyali Teej women are given all the liberty for enjoyment and merry making. In Hindu mythology the Banyan tree is help sacred and its hanging branches reflect knowledge. Therefore worshipping the Vat Vriksha on the occasion of Hariyali Teej is also considered auspicious.

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Married and unmarried women observe vrat and do puja rituals for marital bliss

Hariyali Teej sees women engaging in the rigorous 'Nirjala Vrat,' refraining from both food and water during the entire day. This fast, observed by both married and unmarried women, culminates with moon worship followed by breaking the fast. Women express devotion to Teej Mata (Goddess Parvati) for their husband's prosperity and well-being. The occasion also involves worshiping idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, accompanied by heartfelt songs.

The festival of Hariyali Teej celebrates the nuptial bond of marriage. The observance of this festival by Indian women signifies their devotion towards their respective families and how they are always prepared to protect them from all the evils. The celebrations of Hariyali Teej are very elaborate in all the Krishna Mandirs in Vridavan. Swings are laid for their deity and this ceremony is known as ‘Jhullan Leela’. Religious hymes and songs are chanted in all the mandirs and devotees celebrate this festival with complete excitement and enthusiasm. The idols of Lord Krishna and Radha are beautifully adorned with ornaments and after the celebrations; water is showered over the devotees to mark the arrival of monsoons.

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