Hariyali Teej 2025
Hariyali Teej is a vibrant and spiritually significant festival celebrated mainly in North India, especially in the states of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh. Hariyali Teej is being celebrated today with devotion and joy. This day marks the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and is especially celebrated by married and unmarried women for marital bliss and prosperity.
Significance of Hariyali Teej
The festival of Hariyali Teej symbolizes devotion, love, and the strength of marital relationships. It is believed that on this day, Goddess Parvati finally united with Lord Shiva after years of penance. Observing fast and performing rituals on this day is said to bring blessings for a happy and prosperous married life. Unmarried girls also observe the fast in the hope of finding a virtuous life partner.
The word “Hariyali” means greenery, which reflects the monsoon season during which this festival occurs. The rains bring fertility and prosperity, symbolizing growth and rejuvenation in both nature and relationships.
Rituals and Customs
Women dress up in green attire, apply henna (mehndi) on their hands, wear traditional jewelry, and sing Teej songs. Married women visit their parental homes and celebrate the day with joy and devotion.
One of the main rituals is the Nirjala Vrat, where women observe a strict fast without food or water throughout the day. The fast is broken only after offering prayers and bhog to Goddess Parvati in the evening.
Swings are hung on trees, and women enjoy singing traditional songs while swinging—an activity symbolic of happiness and feminine grace.
Rules to Follow Before Puja
- Cleanliness: Begin the day with a bath early in the morning and clean the area where the puja will take place.
- Fasting: Women should observe the fast with full devotion. Even water is not consumed during the fast.
- Dress Code: Wearing green or yellow traditional attire is considered auspicious.
- Puja Samagri: Keep clay idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, red cloth, fruits, sweets (especially ghewar), incense sticks, diya, and flowers ready.
- Evening Puja: The puja is generally performed in the evening. Devotees light a diya, chant mantras, and offer bhog to the goddess.
Bhog and Offerings
The bhog (prasad) offered during Hariyali Teej includes sweets like ghewar, malpua, coconut, fruits, and other festive delicacies. These items are first offered to the deity and then distributed among family members.
Powerful Mantras for Hariyali Teej
Reciting the following mantras brings peace and prosperity:
- “Om Parvatyai Namah” – Chanting this mantra invokes the blessings of Goddess Parvati.
- “Om Namah Shivaya” – The universal mantra for Lord Shiva, enhancing spiritual energy.
- “Patni Vrata Dharam Pālini Devi Parvati Namostute” – A special mantra praising the devotion of Goddess Parvati.
Hariyali Teej is not just a religious observance but a celebration of womanhood, nature, and love. It reflects cultural richness and spiritual depth, reminding us of the power of faith and tradition. May this Teej bring joy, love, and prosperity to every home.
