Shravana Hariiyali Amavasya 2023: Date, Time, Celebrations and Significance
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Hindus celebrate a number of important events and festivals during the month of Shravan (July–August). In many ways, Shravan Amavasya, or the day without a moon, is significant in Hindu tradition. Depending on the regional cultures in India, it is well-known by a number of other names.
The Hindu calendar states that Shravan Amavasya will be observed on the Saravana month’s no-moon day. The eve of Shravana Amavasya is customarily observed in various ways across India under various titles. The most popular names for Shravana Amavasya include:
- Hariiyali Amavasya (Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan)
- Chitalagi Amavasya (Orissa)
- Chukkala Amavasya (Telangana and Andhra Pradesh)
- Gatari Amavasya (Maharashtra)
Shravana Hariiyali Amavasya Date 2023
Monday, 17 July 2023 (Shravana)
Significance of Shravana Hariiyali Amavasya
Due to their spiritual and religious significance, Amavasya Days are highly revered in Hinduism. Since it occurs during the holy month of Shravana, Shravana Amavasya is the most revered of them all. This holiday holds a great deal of significance.
The Shravana Amavasya, or day with no moon, is regarded as a very lucky day for ancestor worship. One of the Amavasyas that falls in Shravana is considered to be particularly meaningful for remembering our forefathers. On this particular day, the male household members perform an offering to the ancestors as well as the ancestral worship (Pitru Puja) (Pitru tarpan). People often ask their ancestors for their blessings in prayer. On this day, special meals are prepared and served to the Brahmins.
The day of Hariyali Amavasya is a popular day for Lord Shiva worship. In Shiva temple, particular pujas or rites are held in thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest and favourable rains. It is thought that conducting Shiva puja on Shravan Amavasya bestows prosperity, good fortune, and sound wealth upon the devotees.
Many people observe a Shravana Amavasya fast. Early morning holy baths are taken before the fasting day officially begins. Along with performing the ceremonies, devotees worship their gods. On this day, those who observe this fast consume just one meal, ending it in the evening. It is strongly held that those who worship the All-Powerful and keep a Shravan Amavasya fast are bestowed with enormous wealth.
On the day of Shravana Amavasya, large fairs are organised throughout the country in various regions. There are delicious cuisine, get-togethers, and plenty of entertainment throughout the three-day celebration. On this day without a moon, women offer prayers for their husbands’ well-being and prosperity.
Festival of Greenery: Hariyali Amavasya
Beginning with Hariyali Amavasya marks the arrival of monsoon season. It serves as a signal for the rains to fall and guarantees a good crop. The end of the sweltering summer months is celebrated by people getting outside to appreciate the foliage and vibrant hues.
It occurs three days before the Hariyali Teej festival. The fifth month is Shravana in the Hindu lunar calendar. The entire Shravan month is regarded as lucky for Lord Shiva worship.
People worship a variety of deities throughout this time in an effort to obtain their favours. On this day, a variety of charitable deeds are also carried out because it is thought that doing good deeds increases a person’s karma. In order to express gratitude, people often worship plants and trees. On the day of Shravana Amavasya, aspirants also worship peepal trees at specified particular locations. As the first day of the monsoon, worshippers believe that planting on Shravana Amavasya will result in enormous growth akin to the moon’s rising phase.