Hariyali Amavasya 2023 Date, Time, Rituals, and Significance
Hariyali Amavasya in the month of Sawan is a special occasion for planting and the Shradh of progenitors. Amavasya of the Shravan month’s Krishna Paksha is also known as Hariyali Amavasya. Hariyali Amavasya will be celebrated on Monday, July 17 in 2023. This day is also observed as Environment Protection Day in many regions of the United States. Since the month of Shravan is dear to Lord Shankar, special Bholenath worship is performed on this day. This day is also significant for those engaged in agricultural labor, as it is the primary day for planting. During this period, rain is also predicted so that agricultural work can begin.
Hariyali Amavasya Date 2023
17 July 2023 Monday
Sunrise – July 17, 2023 5:54 AM
Sunset – July 17, 2023 7:11 PM
Tithi Begins – July 16, 2023 10:08 PM
Tithi Ends – July 18, 2023 12:01 AM
Rituals on Hariyali Amavasya
In Hinduism, Amavasya is a day dedicated to ancestors and forebears. In a similar manner, on Hariyali Amavasya, devotees rise early and bathe. Then, puja is performed to placate the ancestors or ‘pitrs’. Brahmins are prepared and served a special meal. The male family member performs all ancestral rituals in order to offer peace to deceased family members.
The Hariyali Amavasya festival is dedicated to Lord Shiva. His devotees venerate Him with undivided devotion and seek His blessings for abundant rainfall and harvest. On Hariyali Amavasya, Shiva Puja is believed to bring wealth and prosperity. Devotees recite Vedic mantras and chant bhajans in praise of Lord Shiva. In Lord Shiva temples throughout the nation, special darshan and rituals are conducted.
In some regions, this day is also marked by a fast. After accomplishing all puja rituals for the day, only one meal is consumed.
On Hariyali Amavasya, grand fairs are also held in various regions of India. In Udaipur, the festivities continue for three consecutive days. This magnificent fair is characterised by food, amusement, and revelry. Women collectively pray for their spouses’ well-being.
Benefits of Planting Trees on This Day
Plants and Benefits of Planting Them
Auspiciousness and good fortune: Ashoka, Arjuna, coconut and banyan tree.
Progeny: Peepal, Neem, Bel, Nagkeshar, Gudhal and Ashwagandha.
Medha: Data, Shankhpushpi, Palash, Brahmi and Tulsi.
Lakshmi: Tulsi, Amla, Banana, Bael tree.
Health: Brahmi, Palash, Arjuna, Amla, Sunflower, Tulsi.
Happiness: Neem, Kadamba and dense shady trees.
Joy : Harsingar (Parijat) Ratrani, Mogra, Gulab.
Significance of Hariyali Amavasya
Hariyali Amavasya is an eventful day for Hindus that occurs three days before ‘Hariyali Teej’ celebrations. The fifth month of the Hindu lunar calendar is Shravan, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This month is also associated with the monsoon season, which is essential for a successful harvest and the prevention of droughts. According to Hindu legends, the month of ‘Shravan’ is favourable for receiving the favours of Hindu deities and goddesses. Performing Pirtu Tarpan and Daan Punya on Hariyali Amavasya is also regarded as extremely rewarding.
People venerate trees on Hariyali Amavasya in the Hindu religion, where they are portrayed as gods. In certain regions, it is customary to venerate the ‘Peepal’ tree on this day. As Hariyali Amavasya signifies the beginning of the monsoon season, it is believed that planting a sapling on this day will be very fruitful.