Apart from symbolic value for brotherly love, Raksha Bandhan is highly significant in terms of religion and culture. The scriptures say that it is lucky to follow the right technique of tying the rakhi and chanting the recommended mantra since it bestows blessings of safety and wealth upon the brother.
Celebrated yearly on the full moon day of the Shravan month, this event is an essential component of Indian customs and life. With the brother pledging to keep his sister safe, it deepens the link between brothers and sisters. Celebrated on August 19, Raksha Bandhan 2024 will stand for the love and affection among siblings.
Correct technique of tying Rakhi, based on scriptures
The scriptures stress the need of using the right technique for rakhi tying on Raksha Bandhan. This is the proper approach:
One should wash and purify oneself on Raksha Bandhan, both brothers and sisters. Then arrange a holy area covering a post with a red cloth.
Pooja Process
- Make a pooja thali including turmeric, kumkum, rice, a lamp, sweets, and a coconut. Additionally, arrange the rakhi in the thali.
- Starting the pooja by lighting the lamp and meditating on your god,
- After the brother’s aarti, treat his forehead with a kumkum tilak and present rice.
- Tie the rakhi on your brother’s right wrist after applying the tilak while chanting the mantra.
Mantra for tying rakhi
Considered both lucky and holy, chanting the mantra when tying the rakhi is Traditionally, this ceremony is conducted by chanting of the following mantra:
“Yen badhdo Bali Raja, Danavendro Mahabalah. Tena Tena Abhibadhnami, Raksha Maachala Maachala.”
This mantra means: “I bind you with the same sacred thread that once held the mighty King Bali. May this protective thread remain unbroken and continue to safeguard you.”
Calling this mantra helps the rakhi to be more significant. The Sisters offer sweets to their brothers following the ceremony and wish them success and long life. A major focus of this celebration is brothers returning gifts to their sisters and pledging protection for them.
Value of Raksha Bandhan
In Indian households, Raksha Bandhan represents mutual love and unity rather than only a day to deepen the brother-sister tie. This festival emphasizes the need for relationships and their defense.
Raksha Bandhan is significant in social and emotional as well as in religious spheres. It motivates us to strengthen the links in our mutual interactions.
Points to Remember During Rakhi Tying
The Hindu Panchang advises rakhi not to be tied during the Bhadra or Rahukal seasons since events during these times are regarded inauspicious. Tying the rakhi at these times is thought to generate problems for the brother. Astrology also recommends against tying the rakhi facing the North-West direction. Raw rice should be included in the pooja thali; but, make sure the grains are entire and not cracked.
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