Raksha Bandhan 2025: Celebrate the Eternal Bond of Love & Protection
๐ Raksha Bandhan 2025: Tradition, Meaning, & Celebration Guide ๐
Date & Muhurat Raksha Bandhan 2025 falls on Saturday, 9 August 2025 , the full-moon day (Shravana Purnima) ( rakhi.in ). The most auspicious time is Aparahna (late afternoon) or Pradosh Kaal (early evening) , avoiding Bhadra Kaal ( IndiaCelebrating.com ). ๐งต History & Significance The word “Raksha” means protection and “Bandhan” means bond – symbolizing a sister’s love and brother’s promise to protect ( festivaltimeindia.com ). Roots trace back to ancient legends: Indrani tying a thread on Lord Indra, Draupadi’s gesture to Krishna, and Princess Karnavati sending a Rakhi to Emperor Humayun for help ( newsd.in ). The ritual is celebrated across India and among the diaspora as a powerful expression of sibling affection and duty ( Teach Early Years ). ๐ช Traditional Rituals Sisters prepare a puja thali with Rakhi, diya, sweets, kumkum, rice, and flowers. She performs aarti , tie...