Raksha Bandhan 2024: Muhurat, Dates, Puja Vidhi, Importance and Interesting Facts

Raksha Bandhan 2024: Rakhi, or Raksha Bandhan, is celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana. The date of Raksha Bandhan in 2024 is Monday, August 19. The precise time for the mahurat to conduct the Rakhi ceremony depends on the Purnima Tithi (full moon day).

Aparahna, which occurs in the late afternoon according to the Hindu calendar, is the optimal time to bind a Rakhi on Raksha Bandhan. If Aparahna time is unavailable, Pradosh time is also appropriate for the performance of Raksha Bandhan rituals.

Bhadra is an inappropriate time to perform Raksha Bandhan rituals. Bhadra is a time that is considered malevolent and should be avoided for all auspicious endeavors. The majority of Hindu religious texts, including Vratraj, recommend that the Bhadra time be avoided when tying a Rakhi during the Raksha Bandhan festival.

Raksha Bandhan 2024: Muhurat

Purnima Tithi Begins – 03:04 AM on Aug 19, 2024
Purnima Tithi Ends – 11:55 PM on Aug 19, 2024
Raksha Bandhan Thread Ceremony Time – 01:30 PM to 09:08 PM
Aparahna Muhurat – 01:43 PM to 04:20 PM
Pradosh Muhurat – 06:56 PM to 09:08 PM
Raksha Bandhan Bhadra End Time – 01:30 PM

Raksha Bandhan 2024: Puja Vidhi

Brothers lavish their affection upon their sisters on this auspicious day, while sisters prepare to show their affection. On this auspicious day, the following are the Puja Vidhi steps:

  • On the day of Sharavana Purnima, before the sun rises, take a ritualistic bath.
  • Honor both the Gods and the Ancestors by performing a Dev and a Pitra tarpan.
  • The puja of Rakhi should be performed exclusively during the Aparahna. If not possible, Pradosh time is also appropriate
  • The rakhi should be presented to Lord Ganesha and the other deities. This festival can be celebrated by females who do not have brothers by tying a rakhi to the Gods.
  • Apply the tilak to your brother’s forehead.
  • Tie The sacred Rakhi to the right wrist of your brother.
  • Give him a coconut as an act of appreciation.
  • Perform aarti of your brother.
  • Present him with some sweets.
  • Gifts are distributed to the sisters by the brothers after the puja.

It is also possible for girls to tie a rakhi to their father, sister-in-law, nephews, and nieces.

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Raksha Bandhan 2024: Importance

The threads of rakhi are not merely decorative from a religious perspective; rather, they are the Raksha sutra, which is intended to protect the bearer and ward off all evil. According to astrology, the nine sacrosanct threads of rakhi are associated with the celestial bodies of Mars, Jupiter, the Moon, and the Sun. The junior sibling, the older sibling, the mother, and the father are each represented by one of these planets. When sisters affix a rakhi to their brother’s wrist, the planet Mars is fortified. Therefore, the significance of this festival is profound in terms of astrology.

Interesting Facts about Raksha Bandhan:

Draupadi once tied a rakhi to Lord Krishna.

The story tells of Lord Krishna’s hand injury while flying a kite. Draupadi, a woman, threw a cloth from her saree and fastened it to Krishna, promising to protect her in any situation. Later, Krishna protected Draupadi during her cheerharan.

Rakhi Bandhan and Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore used Rakhi as a social tool to strengthen Hindu-Muslim bonds during the liberation struggle, and the festival continues to exist beyond religious boundaries in the nation.

Porus Refused to Kill Alexander the Great

The famous historical event, closely linked to the Raksha Bandhan celebration, involves Porus, Alexander The Great’s wife, refraining from murdering him during a war in honor of his wife.

Rakhi was bound to Lord Indra by Indrani.

Raksha Bandhan, a prehistoric festival, was not always associated with siblings. Indrani, Lord Indra’s wife, attempted to secure a thread to his wrist before Indra combated demons, contradicting the belief that only sisters bind Rakhi to brothers.

In the United States, Nepal, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, and the United Arab Emirates, Rakhi is celebrated.

Non-Indians celebrate Raksha Bandhan, a festival associated with India, in Nepal, Mauritius, the US, Sri Lanka, and the UAE. It symbolizes the universal connection between brothers and sisters.

Humayun defeated Bahadur Shah for his Rakshabandhan pledge.

Rani Karnavati sent a Rakhi to Humayun to protect her kingdom, but Bahadur Shah attacked. Queen Karnavati was not saved, but Humayun upheld her pledge and defeated Bahadur Shah Zafar, transferring the kingdom to her son. This incident remains unknown.

Why is Raksha Bandhan Celebrated?

Raksha Bandhan is celebrated as a reminder of the obligation between siblings. Men and women who are not biologically related are encouraged to commemorate any form of brother-sister relationship.

On this day, a sister ties a rakhi around the wrist of her brother to pray for his health, prosperity, and well-being. In exchange, the brother presents his sister with gifts and guarantees to safeguard her from any damage, regardless of the circumstances. Brothers and sisters who have no close relatives or family members also participate in the festival.

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Raksha Bandhan: Origin

The festival of Raksha Bandhan is believed to have originated centuries ago, and there are numerous narratives associated with its celebration. The following are a few of the numerous narratives associated with Hindu History:

Indra Dev and Sachi: The Bhavishya Purana describes a fierce battle between Gods and devils, with Lord Indra fighting against Bali. The war lasted without a resolution. Indra’s wife, Sachi, sought help from Lord Vishnu, who gave her a sacred cotton thread bracelet. Sachi tied the thread around Indra’s wrist, overcoming the demons and reclaiming Amaravati.

King Bali and Goddess Lakshmi: The Bhagavata Purana and Vishnu Purana describe Lord Vishnu winning three realms from the demon King Bali and living with him. However, Vishnu’s wife, Lakshmi, wanted to return to Vaikuntha. Bali became her brother when she wrapped a rakhi around his wrist. Lakshmi asked Bali to release her husband from the promise, and they returned home.

Santoshi Maa: Lord Ganesha’s two sons, Shubh and Labh, were frustrated without a sister. Saint Narada convinced their father to give them a sister. Lord Ganesha built Santoshi Maa with heavenly fire and gave her to his two sons for Raksha Bandhan.

Krishna and Draupadi: According to Mahabharat, Draupadi, wife of Pandavas, tied a rakhi to Krishna and Kunti to grandson Abhimanyu before the epic fight.

Yama and the Yamuna: Yama, the death god, missed his sister Yamuna for 12 years, causing her sadness. After Ganga’s recommendation, Yama visited Yamuna, who hosted him and requested gifts. Yama immortalized Yamuna to return, and the brother-sister event “Bhai Dooj” is based on this story.

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