Which flowers and leaves are used to make Phulera tied on Teej?
Hartalika Teej Phulera: Phulera has special significance in the fast and worship of Hartalika Teej. Worship of Teej without tied Phulera is considered incomplete. Phulera is made from flowers and leaves and is decorated above the statue of Shiva-Parvati. The flowers and leaves used in it are not only considered auspicious from religious point of view, but they are also a symbol of abundance of nature and dedication to Goddess Parvati. It is believed that even the philosophy of Phulera also brings virtuous fruit and married life becomes happy.
What is Phulera?
Phulera is actually a special mandapanuma decoration made of five battles of flowers and leaves, which is hung on the idol or Shivling of Shiva and Mata Parvati. It is believed that it is a symbol of five daughters of Lord Shiva, Jaya, poisonous, involved, Dev and Dotli.
Flowers used in making Phulera
Marigold flowers- (yellow-orange) a symbol of auspiciousness and mars
Rose- Symbol of love and devotion
Champa- symbol of fragrance and beauty
Jasmine/Mogra- a symbol of purity and peace
Kamal- Lakshmi and Symbol of Prosper
Five battles are made from these five major flowers and they are decorated above the pavilion.
Fullah leaves
Mango leaves -symbol
Ashoka’s leaves -symbol of good luck and peace
Banana Leaves -Symbol
Bamboo -Symbol of power and durability
Why is the choice of flowers and leaves special?
Flowers and leaves purify the atmosphere and increase divinity at the time of worship. They are selected not only for beauty, but also because of spiritual and symbolic importance. It is believed that only the philosophy of the flower made of these flowers and leaves brings happiness and prosperity in married life. Phulera, which is tied on Teej, is not just a decoration, but is a symbol of reverence and faith. Every flower and leaf involved in this have their own importance, which makes the worship of Shiva-Parvati complete.
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