Significance
Hariyali Teej is celebrated in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and North India during the monsoon. Women dress in green, apply mehndi, and swing to celebrate the reunion of Shiva and Parvati.
Mythology & Legend
According to legend, Parvati observed 108 births to win Shiva as her husband. On Teej, she was reunited with him. Women observe the vrat for a happy married life and the longevity of their husbands. The green (hariyali) symbolises the monsoon and fertility.
Rituals & Observances
- Women observe a nirjala or fruit fast for the welfare of their husbands.
- Wear green clothes and apply mehndi; decorate the hands and feet.
- Swing on jhoolas (swings) and sing Teej songs; offer puja to Parvati and Shiva.
- Break the fast after moon sighting or after the puja as per tradition.
Sacred Mantras
ॐ उमा महेश्वराय नमः
oṃ umā maheśvarāya namaḥ
Salutations to Uma and Maheshvara
Traditional Foods
- ●Ghewar
- ●Sweets
- ●After fast: full meal
Regional Variations
Rajasthan(हरियाली तीज)
Swing, mehndi, processions
Uttar Pradesh(हरियाली तीज)
Same observance
Do's & Don'ts
Do's
- ✓Wear green
- ✓Apply mehndi
- ✓Swing and sing
- ✓Observe fast with devotion
Don'ts
- ✗Do not break fast before time
- ✗Avoid conflict
- ✗Do not disrespect the vrat