In Hinduism, Amavasya, the no moon day is significant for spiritual practises and also for worshipping ancestors. Hariyali Amavasya, also known as Sawan Amavasya, falls the day after Sawan’s Shivratri, which adds to its spiritual significance.
In Hinduism, Amavasya is considered especially auspicious for performing rites for ancestors and for Navagraha Shanti (peace of the nine planets). On this day, shraddha and tarpan rituals are performed for the departed souls of our ancestors.
The month of Sawan is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Hariyali Amavasya holds a special place in religious ceremonies during this period. On this day, people perform tarpan for their ancestors by the river, pond, or water bodies, which helps free them from ancestral faults and brings happiness and well-being into their lives. Additionally, the Navagraha Shanti Puja performed on this day further increases its importance by reducing the negative effects of the planets. It is essential for every Hindu family to know when Hariyali Amavasya of Sawan month will be celebrated this year, what the auspicious timing is, and the other religious significances of this sacred day so they can carry out their rituals properly and invite positive energy into their lives.
Auspicious Timings for Hariyali Amavasya
Start of Amavasya date in Sawan month: 24 July, from 2:29 am
End of Amavasya date in Sawan month: 25 July, until 12:41 am
According to the lunar date, Hariyali Amavasya will be observed on 24 July.
Auspicious Yogas
Guru Pushya Yoga: This yoga signifies knowledge, prosperity and spiritual progress.
Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga: This yoga brings success and accomplishment in all types of endeavours.
Amrit Siddhi Yoga: This yoga is believed to bring health, longevity and wealth.
Significance of Hariyali Amavasya
It’s a favourable day to help remove Pitru Dosha (ancestral afflictions). People worship and perform tarpan for ancestors. The Navagraha Shanti Puja is also specially performed, which reduces the negative influence of the planets and brings positive energy into one’s life.
Worship of Lord Shiva on Hariyali Amavasya holds great importance, since the month of Sawan is dedicated to him. It’s also a day that is dedicated in protecting the nature and environment around us. Planting trees is especially encouraged, on Hariyali Amavasya.
It’s just not a day for religious practises but gives you a chance to connect with nature and protect the environment. It’s also advised to donate to the needy on this day. The importance of donation is mentioned in Hindu scriptures. In Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna says, “Yajna-Dana-Tapah-Karma Na Tyajyam Karyamev Tat.”