The fast of Kajri Teej holds immense significance in Hindu traditions. This sacred observance takes place every year precisely three days after the conclusion of Raksha Bandhan. Women primarily keep the Kajri Teej fast to pray for unbroken marital bliss and the long life and well-being of their husbands. Kajri Teej is also widely known by other names such as Badi Teej and Satudi Teej. On this auspicious day, devotees offer fervent prayers to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. According to the Hindu calendar, Kajri Teej falls every year during the month of Bhadrapada. Interestingly, this year the auspicious festival of Kajri Teej coincides with Heramb Sankashti Chaturthi. As per religious beliefs, observing a fast and worshipping Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and Lord Ganesha together on this day brings immense happiness, good fortune, and prosperity. Let us find out the exact date and auspicious timing for celebrating Kajri Teej this year.
Correct Date and Auspicious Muhurat for Kajri Teej
According to the Hindu Panchang calculations, the Tritiya tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada will begin on August 30 at 9:36 PM. This tithi will conclude on the following day, August 31, at 8:50 PM. Based on the Udaya tithi traditions, the Kajri Teej fast and worship will be performed primarily on August 31. This festival is also referred to by many as Kajli Teej. As per astrological calculations, the Revati Nakshatra will remain active until 3:24 AM on this special day, while the Moon will be positioned in the Pisces zodiac sign.
Method of Performing Kajri Teej Puja
Women observing the Kajri Teej fast should perform their worship following proper rituals. First, install the idols or images of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and Lord Ganesha, and perform ritual ablution by pouring water over all the deities. Offer fresh flowers and fruits to Lord Shiva, and apply white sandalwood paste. Concurrently, offer red flowers, complete marital makeup items, fruits, and vermilion to Goddess Parvati. Maintain deep devotion throughout the worship and perform the aarti of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati with utmost reverence.
Aarti of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
Brahma, Vishnu, Sadashiv ardhangi dhara..
Ekanan Chaturanan Panchanan raje. Hansanan garudasan
Kashi mein viraje Vishwanath, Nandi brahmachari.
