Why is it considered auspicious to wear bangle-mangalsutra during the worship of Hariyali Teej? Know the reason

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When is Hariyali Teej 2026: The festival of Hariyali Teej is considered very special for married women. Celebrated in the month of Sawan, this festival is associated with the love and reunion of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. On this day, women observe a fast to pray for the long life of their husbands, happy married life and prosperity of the family. Also worship Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati with all rituals. During the worship of Hariyali Teej, women offer many types of wedding items to Goddess Parvati. Let us know why offering Suhaag material to Goddess Parvati on the day of Hariyali Teej is considered so auspicious.

When will Hariyali Teej 2026 be celebrated?

According to Drik Panchang, Tritiya Tithi of Sawan Shukla Paksha will start on 14th August 2026 at 6.46 pm and will end on 15th August 2026 at 5.28 pm. Based on Udaya Tithi Hariyali Teej The fast and puja will be performed on 15 August 2026, Saturday.

Why are bangles kept on Hariyali Teej?

In Indian tradition, bangles are considered a sign of marriage and good fortune. Especially green bangles have a deep connection with Sawan and Hariyali Teej. In Saavan, nature is decorated with green colors all around and that is why green color is also considered auspicious in this month. Keeping green bangles or offering them to Goddess Parvati in the worship of Hariyali Teej is considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity. According to religious belief, offering green bangles to Goddess Parvati maintains love and happiness in marital life. This is the reason why women wear green bangles on Hariyali Teej and also keep bangles in the puja thali.

Why is Mangalsutra considered auspicious?

Mangalsutra is considered one of the most important signs of marriage of a married woman in Hindu religion. There is a tradition of the husband wearing Mangalsutra around the wife’s neck at the time of marriage. It is considered a symbol of husband-wife relationship, love and marital bond. Wearing Mangalsutra in the worship of Hariyali Teej is also considered to be related to the strength of marital relationship and the wish for the long life of the husband. Women keep their Mangalsutra in front of Goddess Parvati during puja and seek her blessings. According to religious belief, Mother Parvati herself is considered the goddess of unbroken good fortune. Therefore, while worshiping him, by offering wedding items like Mangalsutra, long life of the husband and happiness and peace in married life are wished.

Recognition of offering suhaag material to Goddess Parvati

According to mythology, Mother Parvati had performed rigorous penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband. Pleased with her penance, Lord Shiva accepted her as his wife. For this reason, Hariyali Teej is seen to be associated with the union of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. It is believed that by worshiping Goddess Parvati and offering wedding utensils to her, married women are blessed with unbroken good fortune.

At the same time, unmarried girls also worship Goddess Parvati with the wish of getting a good and desired life partner. Under this tradition, wedding items like bangles, mangalsutra, vermilion, bindi, mehndi, kajal and chunri are kept in the worship of Hariyali Teej. After the completion of the puja, women keep these things with them considering them as prasad or blessings of the mother.

What to keep in Hariyali Teej puja?

In the worship of Hariyali Teej, the puja is started by lighting a lamp in front of the idol or picture of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. After this, wedding material is offered to Goddess Parvati. Apart from green bangles and mangalsutra, vermillion, bindi, mehndi, kajal, chunari and flowers can be kept in the puja thali. Along with this, fruits, sweets and other worship materials are offered to Goddess Parvati.

Also read: What to do and what not to do on Hariyali Teej? Married women must know these rules

Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

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