Raksha Bandhan 2024: Date, Timings and Significance

The much-awaited Raksha Bandhan festival is around the corner! Most Indian populace will be celebrating this event with extraordinary enthusiasm and splendor. Everyone, especially siblings, waits for this occasion to arrive. They are eager to celebrate the loving and enduring bond of brothers and sisters.

On this day, sisters tie a sacred thread on their brother's wrist, praying for their well-being. While the brothers take a solemn vow to protect their sisters throughout their lives. This Rakhi thread symbolizes the bond of love and protection. With each passing year, this bond becomes deeper and stronger.

So, when is Raksha Bandhan 2024? This year we will celebrate Raksha Bandhan on 19th August 2024. Scroll down to discover all you need to know about Rakhi 2024 date, timing, and significance.

When is Raksha Bandhan: Date and Mahurat

Every year, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated in the Hindi month of Shravana. This time, the Raksha Bandhan 2024 date is falling on 19th August 2024. The festival is celebrated on a full moon day, also known as Purnima. Let us look at the Mahurat for Raksha Bandhan timings to celebrate and enjoy with your family.

Why is Rakhi Celebrated: History and Significance

As per astrology, Rakhi is celebrated on Shravana Purnima which marks the end of Shravana month. Nonetheless, the significance of Rakhi can be traced back to many historical and mythological stories.

One of the most popular legends is from Mahabharata. When Lord Krishna had hurt his finger, Draupadi tore a piece of her saree to tie it around the wound. Touched by this thoughtful gesture, Lord Krishna vowed to always protect Draupadi. He also stood by his words in the court of King Dhritrashtra.

When one of the Kauravas, Dushasan tried to disrobe Draupadi, Lord Krishna extended her saree, making sure she remained clothed. This act of divine mediate strengthens the sacred bond of protection. This mythology symbolizes the complete essence of the Rakhi festival.

Today, the spirit of love and protection transcends the sibling's relationship. It extends to cousins, close friends, and anyone you hold close to you. So, let us all enjoy the beautiful and cherishing festival, making our lifelong bonds more meaningful.

Rituals of Raksha Bandhan Festival

The celebrations surrounding this occasion are full of excitement and happiness. Everyone awaits this day to honor the extraordinary bond between siblings. Here are some of the prominent rituals associated with the Raksha Bandhan festival below.

Pooja Thali Preparation

First things first, prepare a pooja thali with all the essential items. Make sure you have Rakhi, Diya (oil lamp), Roli (vermilion powder), rice grains and sweets on the thali. You can make the thali as beautiful as you want. For example, use flowers to decorate the puja thali.

Aarti

Begin the ritual with the Aarti ceremony. Here, you wave the Diya (lamp) in circular motions in front of your brother.

Applying Tilak

After the Aarti, apply a tilak of roli on your brother's forehead. This tilak is a symbol of auspiciousness.

Tying the Rakhi

Now, tie the sacred Rakhi around your brother's wrist. While tying the Rakhi, pray for his well-being and success in life.

Exchange of Gifts

In exchange for tying the Rakhi, the brothers usually give gifts to their sister. These gifts are a demonstration of the brother's love, affection, and commitment to protecting his sister.

Celebrating and Bonding

Observing the Rakhi rituals creates a sacred bond, enhancing sibling's love and care for one another. This festival further celebrates and strengthens the spirit of family togetherness.

Get Silver Rakhi for Your Brother

Tying a pious Rakhi thread on your brother's wrist is the highlight of this festival. But what makes Raksha Bandhan more exciting is giving each other gifts! The preparations for this event start much before the actual celebration. Sisters start searching and buying fancy colorful Rakhis that will cheer their brothers.

Whereas brothers look for delightful gifts for their sisters. Even people who live far away from each other wish to send Rakhi gifts to their siblings. Today, people live in various parts of India and even world. Brothers and sisters may not be able to get together due to the distance.

But fortunately, the distance can no longer dampen the spirit of this festival. With Silver Rakhi bracelets from GemsRoot, you can override the limits of space and time. With a simple click, you can send a wonderful and meaningful Silver Rakhi to your beloved sibling.

No matter in which corner of the world they live, GemsRoot's Silver Rakhi ensures the sibling bond grows stronger. Here is a list of Silver Rakhis that we have in our collection.

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Why Choose GemsRoot?

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Raksha Bandhan is a reminder for us to nurture love, respect, and commitment in our relationships. It reinforces the value of love, care and protection among siblings and families. As special as this occasion is, gemstone Silver Rakhis from GemsRoot can it extraordinary! Visit our Festive Rakhi Collection or call us at +91 114-314-8316.