The Rakshabandhan festival is associated with two important mythological stories: the story of Draupadi and Krishna, the story of Indra and Indrani, and the Raksha Sutra, which Indrani tied to protect Indra. These stories will teach you about the importance of excellent energy flow in life, as well as the sacred potency of the Raksha Sutra. Rakhi (Rakshabandhan) is an important Indian holiday that celebrates a sister’s love and support for her brother. The Rakhi ceremony’s tales reinforce brother-sister bonds and provide religious and cultural significance. We widely celebrate the legends of Draupadi and Krishna, Indra and Indrani, and Indrani’s tying of the Raksha Sutra to protect Indra during Rakhi. These three mythological stories help us understand the importance of Raksha Bandhan.
1. The saga of Draupadi and Krishna
Lord Krishna and Draupadi’s relationship in the Mahabharata is the most famous Rakshabandhan narrative. Krishna allegedly sliced his finger while killing Shishupal, causing it to bleed. When Draupadi saw this, she immediately tore a piece of her sari and tied it to Krishna’s finger. On this occasion, Shri Krishna informed Draupadi that he had tied a Raksha Sutra to him, and in return, he would always protect her. During the Mahabharata, when the Kauravas tried to disrobe Draupadi, Lord Krishna protected her and saved her from their humiliating plan by extending her dress. This story underlines the relationship of affection and protection between brother and sister, which is the main theme of Rakshabandhan.
2. The story of Indra and Indrani
Devraj Indra and his wife, Indrani, are the focus of the second major Rakhi story. The Puranas mention this story, highlighting the significance of the Raksha Sutra. According to the story, Indra Dev and the demons once engaged in a war. This war continued for a long time, and the position of the gods kept getting weaker. In such a situation, Indra Dev became worried about his defeat, and he sought advice from his wife Indrani. To protect him, Indrani prepared a special Raksha Sutra and tied it to Indra’s wrist. With the Raksha Sutra, Indra Dev defeated the demons and emerged victorious. This story claims that the Raksha Sutra protects against all disasters and is important for brother-sister relationships.
Why is the Raksha Sutra tied?
The Raksha Sutra, often referred to as Rakhi, is more than just a piece of yarn; it has a special spiritual and religious force. Ancient scriptures regard the Raksha Sutra as a sign of blessing and protection. The Raksha Sutra possesses the ability to repel negative energies and gazes. A person who ties the Raksha Sutra gains both physical and mental protection, as well as positive energy in his life. In religious rites, the Raksha Sutra holds immense significance as a symbol of God’s grace and power, offering protection at times of distress.
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