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Spiritual Significance
Hariyali Teej celebrates the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati after her years of penance, symbolizing marital bliss and wifely devotion. Observed on the third day (Teej) of the bright fortnight of Shravan, it coincides with the monsoon and lush green vegetation (hariyali). Married women dress in green, swing on decorated swings hung from mango trees, and sing monsoon songs, praying for their husband's long life.
How to Celebrate in Canada
Observing Hariyali Teej in Canada is highly auspicious. Because local timezone sunrise and moonrise times differ, follow these practices:
- Align Fasting with Local Sunrise: Start your vrat precisely at sunrise in Toronto (approx 06:00 local time), rather than following Indian Standard Time.
- Perform Puja during local Auspicious Hours: Make sure to perform the main rituals during local EST evening/night windows as shown above.
- Women dressing in green sarees and applying mehndi (henna)
- Swinging on decorated Jhulas (swings) hung from trees
- Observing fast for husband's prosperity and long life
- Worship of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva together
- Singing Teej songs (Teej ke Geet) related to the monsoon
Auspicious Items to Prepare
🌸 Green bangles🌸 Mehndi (henna)🌸 Green saree🌸 Flower swing decoration🌸 Ghewar (traditional sweet)