Hariyali Teej 2024: Astrologer Shares Dos And Don'ts During Nirjala Fast

Hariyali Teej fast is an auspicious festival celebrated across the country. During this festival, devotees honour the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is also believed that married and unmarried women worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati by keeping fast, as per the Hindu beliefs. This year, the devotees will observe the fast on August 7.

You can read more about the date and special rituals followed by the devotees in the Hariyali Teej Fast from astrologer and Vastu consultant Pandit Hitendra Kumar Sharma.

During the month of Sawan, numerous festivals hold special religious significance. During this month, Lord Shiva is worshipped every Monday and Goddess Parvati is worshipped every Tuesday. Hence, people keep fast and worship Shiva-Parvati during this month.

Hariyali teej fast is usually nirjala fast. Unmarried women observe this fast and worship Lord Shiva to get their desired groom, whereas married women observe this fast for the long life of their husbands. However, while observing the fast, the devotees should follow certain rules. Bhopal resident astrologer and Vastu consultant Pandit Hitendra Kumar Sharma shares the dos and don’ts which devotees should follow while keeping fast.

As the Hariyali Teej is considered special for women, mehndi also has a special significance during this festival. Newly married women should apply henna during this festival as it symbolises the beginning of married life. Newly married women should also wear green ethnic clothes during this festival as it is the symbol of life, fertility and prosperity.

As Goddess Parvati is considered the symbol of femininity, marital bliss and 16 adornments, therefore, in this case, married women while worshipping Maa Parvati during the Hariyali Teej fast should perform the 16 adornments. This brings happiness and prosperity in life. By doing this, Goddess Parvati gives special blessings and brings harmony to married life.

It is also necessary to read Teej Vrat Katha. Therefore, while worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati as per rituals, devotees should also read and listen to Teej Katha as this ensures a happy married life and the devotees can also get the blessings of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati which will bring good fortune to their lives.