Check The Best Time To Perform Puja, Rituals, And Meaning For Hartalika Teej 2023
In India, the auspicious holiday of Teej is observed by married and single women who observe a fast in support of their spouses or to attract the husbands of their dreams. It is Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati’s special day. On the third day of Shukla Paksha Tritiya in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, Hartalika Teej Vrat is celebrated.
On September 18, this year, Hartalika Teej will be observed. According to popular opinion, Hartalika is a combination of the words Harat (abduction) and Aalika (female companion). According to legend, Goddess Parvati was hidden from her father, who wanted her to wed Lord Vishnu, by a close friend and carried to a forested area. However, the term also contains the letter “har,” which stands for Lord Shiva. In order to get their ideal spouse, followers strive to pray on this day.
The commencement of Hartalika Teej 2023 is scheduled on September 17 at 11:08 AM, according to a priest named Subham Tiwari. and will run till September 18 at 12:39 PM. The udya tithi dictates that the fast be observed on September 18th.
The best time to do the puja is in the morning, but if that is not feasible, Pradosh time, or between 07:18 to 09:38 PM, is also seen to be lucky. Early in the morning, worshippers should take a bath, dress in clean clothing, and then do the puja.
In India, there are three notable Teej festivals, and Hartalika Teej is regarded as one of the hardest fasts to keep. For the puja to be performed and the fast to be observed, there are certain guidelines that must be followed. If you are unable to observe the Nirjala fast (no food or drink), it is advised that you eat some fruits while you fast.
In Rishikesh, which is regarded as one of the holiest sites, every event is observed in magnificent style. Puja is performed here by devotees from all across the nation, and you may visit Rishikesh on the auspicious day of Hartalika Teej. At Triveni Ghat, you may do puja, ask Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for blessings, and take a holy dip in the Ganga.
