Hariyali Amavasya, also known as Shravan Amavasya or Sawan Amavasya, is a highly auspicious festival many people eagerly wait for. Are you curious to know what this occasion is all about and why it's considered significant for devotees? If so, read this article right away.
Hariyali Amavasya is a crucial Hindu occasion observed by many with complete faith and devotion. The occasion of Hariyali Amavasya is considered quite auspicious, especially for the Lord Shiva devotees, which is why Lord Shiva is worshiped and revered with immense gusto.
Let’s know more about this occasion.
Hariyali Amavasya 2022 Date And Time: When Is It?
Wondering, when is Hariyali Amavasya? Well, you can find the answer here! The Amavasya, which falls in the holy month of Shravan or Sawan, is called the Hariyali Amavasya. Considered an essential and highly auspicious day, Hariyali Amavasya is observed in the Shravan month in North India. The occasion is observed on the Amavasya (New Moon) in this sacred Hindu calendar month. People observe it on the New Moon day during the 'Krishna Paksha' in the Shravan month, and it marks the beginning of the monsoon.
Typically, Hariyali Amavasya falls three days before the popular Hariyali Teej and a day after Shravan Shivaratri, which falls on the Chaturdashi Tithi.Hariyali Teej is celebrated by people on the third day or Tritiya of the Shukla Paksha. Hariyali Amavasya occurs between July and August as per the Gregorian calendar.
Each date has its own special significance in Sanatan Dharma, and Hariyali Amavasya is no different. Like all other previous New Moons, Hariyali Amavasya, too, has immense religious and spiritual significance for the people. The occasion is called Hariyali Amavasya as there is greenery all around in the month of 'Shravan.' 'Shravan' begins the Monsoon season, which leads to the Earth getting covered with luscious greenery (Hariyali). Our surroundings become greener, and the lands become invigorated. This is why this season is called the 'festival of greenery.' On this occasion, people admire nature and its beauty. Plants are planted on this occasion for the fulfillment of wishes. Therefore, from an environmental point of view, Hariyali Amavasyabecomes significant.
Hariyali Amavasyaor Shravan Amavasya symbolizes the beginning of the Monsoon season. It is all about welcoming the rains for a good harvest. 'Shravan' is the fifth month in the Hindu Lunar calendar dedicated to the deity, Lord Shiva. The occasion is considered crucial for Lord Shiva's devotees; hence, Lord Shiva is worshiped. The month 'Shravan' is associated with the monsoon season, which is critical for good harvest and prevention of droughts. The 'Shravan' month is auspicious for gaining the blessings of Gods and Goddesses. Hariyali Amavasya is an occasion to honor the ancestors. On this occasion, doing Pitru Tarpan and Daan Punya activities can be pretty rewarding.
On this occasion, devotees offer prayers to the divine deities in order to be blessed with good rains and a bountiful harvest. Offering oblations (Pind Daan) to your forefathers and ancestors for their peaceful afterlife is also performed on this occasion.
What Are The Rituals Associated With Hariyali Amavasya That You Should Know?
Now that you know the significance of Hariyali Amavasya let us get to know its rituals and methods.
In Hinduism, Hariyali Amavasya is dedicated to one's ancestors. On this occasion, the devotees wake up early and take a bath. You can also take a bath in a holy river body. According to religious beliefs, bathing in a sacred river body is considered an auspicious act. After that, you must offer Arghya to the Sun God. Thereafter, you can perform the Puja to appease the ancestors or 'Pitra,' offer oblation (Tarpans) to your forefathers. Performing 'Pitra Daan,' 'Pitra Tarpan,' and performing 'Shraddha Karma' are meant to give you good results. It is commonly believed that doing these can make your ancestors happy. The male family member is meant to perform all the ancestral rites for the peace of their ancestors. On this occasion, special food is prepared for the Brahmins.
Hariyali Amavasya is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and devotees pray to him for his blessings. Worshiping Lord Shiva is associated with prosperity, which is why doing his Puja means that he will bring you wealth and prosperity. You must sprinkle Gangajal (holy water from the Ganges) all over the house. The Shiva Linga must be consecrated and offered Belpatra and flowers. You should worship Lord Shiva with complete devotion, perform Aarti, and distribute Prasad. Special 'Darshan' and other rituals are held in Lord Shiva's temples all over India. Devotees praise Lord Shiva by chanting Vedic mantras and singing hymns. In some regions, devotees keep a fast on this occasion. Devotees can only consume one meal after completing all the Puja rituals.
On this auspicious occasion, women pray for the health and well-being of their husbands.
On this occasion, many people worship trees. The importance of trees is explained and glorified in our scriptures, such as Vedas and Puranas. Planting trees on the occasion of Hariyali Amavasya is considered auspicious. Planting trees like Peepal and Tulsi are worshiped on this occasion. To celebrate this occasion, many people worship the Peepal tree and even circumambulate around it. As per the Puranas, the divine Tridev Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh are known to reside in the Peepal tree. Planting a tree on this occasion will yield positive results.
The Ways Hariyali Amavasya Is Celebrated in India
The occasion of Hariyali Amavasya has different names in different regions of India. It is celebrated with gusto and reverence in the Northern regions of India like Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh. Hariyali Amavasya corresponds to Ashadha Amavasya in Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, etc., wherever people follow Amanta Lunar Calendar.
Making donations, meditating, and taking holy baths, have special significance on the occasion of Hariyali Amavasya.
Numerous temples in Northern India, especially in the holy regions of Mathura and Vrindavan, organize special 'Darshan' for the devotees on this occasion. Thousands of enthusiasts and devotees of the divine Lord Krishna visit Shree Dwarkadhish Temple in Mathura and Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan to get a special glimpse of Lord Krishna.
Various temples dedicated to Lord Shiva also arrange special ‘Darshan’ of the divine deity on Hariyali Amavasya.
In many places, grand fairs are organized in different parts of India. Apart from this, Pujas are organized.
Various kinds of saplings are planted by many on this day to save the forests. On Hariyali Amavasya, it is considered auspicious to plant a new sapling.
On this occasion, as per the practice of worshiping trees, many people worship Peepal and Tulsi trees. The Peepal tree is known to be full of virtues and is believed to be the abode of the Tridevs.
In Maharashtra, Hariyali Amavasya is called 'Gatari Amavasya,' whereas, in Orissa, it is celebrated as 'Chitalagi Amavasya,' and in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, it is called 'Chukkala Amavasya.'
As mentioned above, this occasion has different traditions in different parts of the country. However, no matter what the traditions, the spirit of the celebration and the reverence of the devotees remain the same.
If you have any questions related to Hariyali Amavasya 2022 or want to make the most of this occasion, Astroyogi astrologers can help.
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