Raksha Bandhan 2022 Date, 11th /12th Aug 2022 - My Wishes to All
Jambunathan Iyer
Raksha Bandhan 2022 Date, 11th /12th Aug 2022
Raksha Bandhan, the festival that commemorates the sibling bond is celebrated with much fervor and enthusiasm in all parts of India, especially in the North and West. The tradition involves tieing a band on the brother’s wrist that ensures unconditional love and support to one another. This year, it will be celebrated on August 11 and 12.
The festival is full of joy and festivities, with the exchange of sweets and gifts. Raksha Bandhan has a significant cultural and traditional significance.
History of Raksha Bandhan
Hindu mythology states that during the Mahabharat period, Lord Krishna accidentally cut his finger on the Sudarshan chakra. After accidentally hurting himself, Princess Draupadi tied a piece of cloth around his waist to prevent the blood from rising. Lord Krishna was deeply touched by her gesture and in return promised to take care of her from all evils in the world. He called it the Raksha Sutra.
Raksha Bandhan has a deep-rooted historical and mythological significance.
As per a mythological legend, On every Shravana Purnima day, goddess Yamuna used to tie a sacred thread on Yama’s (God of death) wrist. Yama was so touched by this custom that he declared, whoever got a rakhi tied from his sister would become immortal. From that day the traditional has been performed by the people.
Another legend is related to the Mahabharata. Once Lord Krishna was hurt while battling king Shishupal and left with a bleeding finger. At that moment, Draupadi had torn a piece of cloth and tied around his wrist to stop bleeding. Krishna was touched by her gesture and promised to come to her protection and help whenever she needs that.
The story of Rani Karnavati and Emperor Humayun is the most significant evidence in history related to this festival. Rani Karnavati, a widowed queen of the king Chittor sent a rakhi to Emperor Humayun with a request to save her dignity. The Emperor Humayun touched by the gesture and started with his troops without wasting any time to save her honour but before he reached there, Rani performed Johar and sacrificed her life.
As per another mythological legend, Lord Vishnu won over the three worlds from Demon Bali. But the demon asked him for a boon as per which the Lord had to stay with him. The lord accepted and started living with him. Vishnu’s wife Lakshmi tied a rakhi to the demon king and when he asked her what she wants as a gift. The Goddess requested him to free her husband so that he can return with her to Vaikuntha. The demon king accepted and Lord Vishnu returned to his abode.
Lord Ganesh sons Shubh and Labh wanted a sister. They asked their father for a sister who decided to give them one on the intervention of Narada. Lord Ganesha created Santoshi Maa through divine flames and his sons finally got a sister.
During the Mahabharat Chirharan episode, when the Kauravas tried to shame and belittle her, Lord Krishna protected her. Lord Krishna appeared out of nowhere and protected her from all the dishonor and humiliation while nobody could do anything.
Raksha Bandhan 2022: Significance And Ritual
The festival of Rakhi is of great significance in the Hindu religion. On this day, sisters tie rakhi on the wrists of their brothers and pray for their long and prosperous life. Brothers promise to always offer protection to their sisters. Raksha Bandhan translates to 'bond of protection' and this festival reinstates the bond that siblings share.
Raksha Bandhan 2022: Foods To Celebrate The Festival
Special occasions demand special foods. Rakhi is usually celebrated with traditional Indian foods and snacks like chhole bhature and pav bhaji. If you want to plan your full-day menu for the day,
Whatever meal you make for the Rakhi feast, it would be incomplete without Indian sweets. In fact, it is a ritual that when the Rakhi is tied, brothers break their sisters' fast with some mithai
Have fun and love-filled Raksha Bandhan 2022!
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