- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 07 Aug 2024 04:21 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Hariyali Teej is a resplendent and joyous festival that is celebrated with immense enthusiasm and devotion across India, particularly in the northern regions and is deeply steeped in ancient Hindu mythology and tradition. This year, Hariyali Teej is being observed on 7th August 2024. This auspicious occasion commemorates the sacred and celestial union of Lord Shiva, the embodiment of spiritual asceticism, and Goddess Parvati, the epitome of feminine grace and devotion, symbolising the quintessence of marital harmony, conjugal bliss, and prosperity. The festival is accompanied by a revered vrat katha, a sacred narrative, that holds the power to bestow upon women the divine blessings of Akhand Saubhagya, ensuring a life of unwavering marital felicity, happiness, and fulfilment. As devotees observe this festival with fervour and dedication, they seek to emulate the divine union of Shiva and Parvati and invoke the blessings of the celestial couple upon their own lives.
Hariyali Teej 2024: Vrat Katha Associated With This Festival
The revered legend of Hariyali Teej recounts the extraordinary tale of Goddess Parvati's unwavering devotion to Lord Shiva, spanning an astonishing 108 lifetimes. In a poignant moment, Lord Shiva gently reminded Mata Parvati of her countless reincarnations, recounting the stories of her unrelenting struggles, determination, and perseverance, which she had forgotten. In her final incarnation, born to the King of the Himalayas, Parvati embarked on an intense penance, forsaking sustenance and braving the harshest of weather conditions, leaving her father distraught.
Hariyali Teej commemorates the sacred union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, celebrating the triumph of Parvati's unwavering devotion and penance, which ultimately led to their divine marriage. (Image Source: Canva)
However, her resolve was tested further when Devarshi Narada Muni arrived with a marriage proposal from Lord Vishnu, sending her father into raptures but leaving Parvati devastated. Seeking solace, she hid in a dense forest, evading the king's soldiers. It was then that Lord Shiva appeared, granting her the ultimate boon of becoming his consort and instructing her to inform her father of her decision to reject Lord Vishnu's proposal. Ultimately, the king, respecting his daughter's wishes, invited Lord Shiva and solemnized the union of the divine couple, culminating in a majestic celebration of their eternal love. This ancient legend has been revered for centuries, inspiring devotion and reverence during the joyous festivities of Hariyali Teej.
Hariyali Teej 2024: Significance Of Hariyali Teej Vrat
The narrative of Teej Ki Kahani transcends a mere story, embodying a profound symbolism of unshakeable faith, devotion, and love. This revered tale serves as a powerful inspiration for women, who observe the Hariyali Teej Vrat with unwavering dedication, seeking divine blessings for a harmonious and blissful marital life, as well as the prosperity and well-being of their families. The observance of this fast is a poignant testament to the unrelenting strength and devotion of a wife, echoing the unwavering resolve of Goddess Parvati, who undertook immense hardships to become the consort of Lord Shiva. Through this fast, women embody the same determination and resilience, seeking to emulate the divine union of Shiva and Parvati, and invoking the blessings of the celestial couple upon their own lives. The Hariyali Teej Vrat is thus a celebration of the transformative power of love, faith, and devotion, inspiring generations of women to uphold the values of marital harmony, family unity, and spiritual growth.
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