Hariyali Teej 2021: Do these things on teej for your husband's long life and Goodluck
The month of Sawan is going on and there are many fasts and festivals in this entire month of happiness.
The auspicious Hariyali Teej is also celebrated during this month. This festival is marked on the Tritiya tithi of the Shukla Paksh in the holy month of Shravan. This year as per the Panchang, this auspicious day falls on August 11.
Married Hindu women and girls observe a day-long fast and pray to God Shiva and Goddess Parvati for a happy married life and pray for the longevity of their husbands. This festival is usually celebrated in northern parts of India like Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan.
There are three types of popular Teej namely Hartalika Teej, Hariyali Teej, and Kajari Teej. All of these are celebrated in the months of Shravan and Bhadrapada.
Women who observe this fast take bath early in the morning and pledge to keep the fast with utmost sincerity. During the shubh muhurat, they perform puja with rituals and break their fast.
According to Hindu mythology, it is on this day that Lord Shankar was reunited with Goddess Parvati. It is believed that Mata Parvati did severe penance to prepare Shiva for marriage and pleased with her tenacity, Shiva said that on this day, whoever fasts and worships Me with full devotion, her every wish will be fulfilled. On this day married women also visit their parent’s house, wear new clothes, preferably a green saree along with bangles and other jewelry. Those keeping this fast also put henna on their hands as a part of shringaar.
Hariyalii Teej timings
Hariyali Teej tithi will start from August 10, 06:05 pm and will go on till August 11, 04:53 pm.
Things to keep in mind during Teej
Wear green clothes and bangles: Every woman should wear green clothes and green bangles on the day of Teej. The green color symbolizes peace. Bangles are considered a special part of adornment in Hinduism. Green-colored bangles are associated with the happiness of married life on the day of Hariyali Teej. Therefore green bangles must be worn. Also, In the month of Sawan, the green color gives relief to the eyes, as well as is considered very auspicious.
Apply Mehandi on hands: Mehndi is considered a symbol of good luck for women. To awaken your good fortune, apply Mehndi on this day.
Applying sindoor: Sindoor is considered auspicious and a symbol of married life. On the day of Hariyali Teej, offer vermilion to Mother Parvati and pray to the mother to give long life to your husband and bless your married life.
Wear a green Bindi: The bindi on the forehead also has its importance in the makeup of women. Bindi works to enhance the beauty of women, as well as it is an important part of 16 makeup. On Hariyali Teej, you should wear a green dot with a green dress.
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