Hartalika Teej 2025 will be observed on the Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada, which falls on August 26th this year. This fast is specifically undertaken by married women for the long life of their husbands and a happy married life. The tradition of night vigil is the most important aspect of this fast, as it completes the worship and fulfills desires.
Hartalika Teej 2025: A significant festival in Hinduism, celebrated on the Tritiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. This year, the fast begins at 12:34 PM on August 25th and lasts until 1:54 PM on August 26th. According to astrology, the observance of the fast is valid from sunrise, so Hartalika Teej will be celebrated on August 26th. This festival is mainly observed by married women for the long life and happiness of their husbands. Unmarried girls also observe this fast to obtain a desired husband.
The Mythological Significance of Hartalika Teej and the Importance of Night Vigil
It is said that the Hartalika Teej fast was first observed by Goddess Parvati. She performed rigorous penance and a waterless fast to obtain Lord Shiva as her husband. It was because of this penance that she became Shiva's consort. In memory of this devotion, women observe a waterless fast on this day and perform penance throughout the day. Night vigil is of special importance because on this day, Shiva and Parvati are worshiped throughout the night. Prayers, hymns, and Shiva puja are performed in all four quarters of the night, which leads to the fulfillment of the fast. It is believed that if women stay awake on this night, their wishes are surely fulfilled.
The Method and Order of Worship for the Hartalika Teej Fast
On the day of the fast, women bathe and wear clean clothes. Then, Shiva and Parvati are worshiped with water, flowers, incense, lamps, etc., in front of their idol or picture. The fast is observed without water, meaning no food is consumed throughout the day. Many women observe a fruitarian fast. In the evening, prayers, hymns, and recitations are performed with the family. The entire night is spent awake, chanting Shiva's mantras and singing hymns. The fast is concluded the next day after the Tritiya Tithi ends by partaking in the prasad (offering).
The Maha Mantra of Hartalika Teej and its Recitation
On this sacred day, a special mantra is chanted to fulfill marriage-related desires. The mantra is - "हे गौरीशंकर अर्धांगी यथा त्वां शंकर प्रिया। तथा माम कुरु कल्याणी, कान्तकांता सुदुर्लभाम।।" It is considered auspicious to chant 11 malas of this mantra with devotion. A Rudraksha mala should be used for chanting the mantra, and it is best to do so in the evening after completing the entire adornment (shringar). Doing so leads to a desired marriage and the attainment of a worthy groom.
Beliefs and Benefits Associated with Hartalika Teej
Observing the Hartalika Teej fast ensures the long life, prosperity, love, and harmony of the husband. It also removes obstacles in married life. For unmarried girls, this fast is considered a special means of obtaining a desired husband. In addition, this fast brings stability and happiness in domestic life.
