Hartalika Teej
Kannada
Hartalika Teej
About Hartalika Teej
Hartalika Teej falls on the third day of the bright fortnight in the month of Bhadrapada (August-September). It is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva.
The name 'Hartalika' comes from ' Harit' (abduction) and 'Aalika' (female friend), referring to the legend of Parvati's friend bringing her to a forest to prevent her marriage to Lord Vishnu.
In Karnataka, women observe fasting and perform special pujas for the well-being of their husbands.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Women observe strict fasting and perform special pujas for the well-being of their husbands.
- Wake up before dawn and take a ritual bath.
- Observe strict fasting throughout the day.
- Perform special pujas to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva.
- Break the fast after the evening puja.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the evening puja with a festive meal.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Set up the Parvati altar with flowers and decorations.
- Offer prayers to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva.
- Chant mantras and perform aarti.
- Distribute prasad to devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is dedicated to Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva, with women praying for the well-being of their husbands and marital bliss.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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