So, RakshaBandhan is all set to come.. on August 10
The Sanskrit meaning of RakshaBandhan is 'the knot of protection'. It is a day when sister ties a Rakhi on her brother's wrist and prays for his well-being. The brother in turn , promises to take care and protect his sister in any situation. This strengthens the bond between brothers and sisters. You don't need to have blood relations for celebrating this fest. You can celebrate it with your friends, cousins or distant family members.
The fest is celebrated in the month of Sravana (according to Hindu calender) .The ceremonial thread (better known as Rakhi) marks brother sister love. Women start shopping for Rakhi's , sweets and gifts, 1-2 weeks before the festival. Each year , new varieties of Rakhi's are added to the stock , ranging from cartoon rakhis for kids, to fancy bracelets. Brother's too give gifts and Shagun (in form of money) to their sisters. Sisters may send Rakhi's to their brothers by mailing or by e-shopping.
The ritual involves an Aarti , and the sister applies Tilak on his brother's forehead. All the family members sit together and pray to different Gods they believe in. Sometimes , this festival magically contributes in solving family issues and brings them together. It increases closeness among them.
Relation To History
Alexander The Great
When Alexander invaded India, his wife sent a thread to King Porus , requesting him not to harm his husband. When Porus was about to kill Alexander in the final battle, he saw the Rakhi on his wrist, and avoided killing Alexander himself.
Rani Karnavati
When Rani Karnavati of Chittor was sure that she could not defend her empire from invasion by Bahadur Shah , she sent a Rakhi to Humayun, Touched by this loving act of Rani, Humayun immediately left for Chittor with his troops to help Rani.
Varying Names
The Sanskrit meaning of RakshaBandhan is 'the knot of protection'. It is a day when sister ties a Rakhi on her brother's wrist and prays for his well-being. The brother in turn , promises to take care and protect his sister in any situation. This strengthens the bond between brothers and sisters. You don't need to have blood relations for celebrating this fest. You can celebrate it with your friends, cousins or distant family members.
The fest is celebrated in the month of Sravana (according to Hindu calender) .The ceremonial thread (better known as Rakhi) marks brother sister love. Women start shopping for Rakhi's , sweets and gifts, 1-2 weeks before the festival. Each year , new varieties of Rakhi's are added to the stock , ranging from cartoon rakhis for kids, to fancy bracelets. Brother's too give gifts and Shagun (in form of money) to their sisters. Sisters may send Rakhi's to their brothers by mailing or by e-shopping.
The ritual involves an Aarti , and the sister applies Tilak on his brother's forehead. All the family members sit together and pray to different Gods they believe in. Sometimes , this festival magically contributes in solving family issues and brings them together. It increases closeness among them.
Relation To History
Alexander The Great
When Alexander invaded India, his wife sent a thread to King Porus , requesting him not to harm his husband. When Porus was about to kill Alexander in the final battle, he saw the Rakhi on his wrist, and avoided killing Alexander himself.
Rani Karnavati
When Rani Karnavati of Chittor was sure that she could not defend her empire from invasion by Bahadur Shah , she sent a Rakhi to Humayun, Touched by this loving act of Rani, Humayun immediately left for Chittor with his troops to help Rani.
Varying Names
- Maharashtra : Narali Poornima
- Kumaon : Janopunyu
- Nepal : Shravan Poornima
- West Bengal : Jhulan Poornima
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