Rakshabandhan - The Bond of Protection

Jun 22
09:12

2015

Nitin Chandervanshi

Nitin Chandervanshi

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Relationships give meaning to festivals and moreover they are the reasons for the mere existence of any festival and Rakshabandhan is one such festival which gives meaning to a sibling’s relationship. It makes the bond between a Brother and Sister deeper and stronger.

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Customarily a sacred thread is tied around Brother’s wrist where the sister prays for her Brother’s wellbeing and the Brother protects her against all the odds. The festival is popularly celebrated in India which cherishes the affection both the Brother and sister has for each other.

The festival of Rakshhabandhan falls during Shravan Poornima which is the month of August and popularly Rakhi is celebrated during this day. If you talk about Rakshabandhan too literally it would mean a knot of protection. In modern times it is a festival of siblings but when you dig deeper into the mythological history of the festival you will find that it was a bond of protection which either the sister or a wife or mother could tie around their beloved Brother,Rakshabandhan - The Bond of Protection Articles Husband or Son.

Even Rishis tied Rakhi to the people who came looking for their blessings. You will also find sages tying Rakhi to themselves as Rakshabandhan was considered to be a festival which is not only celebrated amongst siblings but it was also considered to be the day when all the sins will come to an end. In modern times it is also tied to neighbors and friends for peaceful co-existence.

In today’s life the festival of Rakshabandhan has a deeper meaning than just a bond of protection. This festivals are about values and promises. With people scattered in vast geographical areas it becomes difficult for them to celebrate festivals together and that is reason why online stores have come up online fancy Rakhi which you can get it delivered to your Brother’s place. You can even sweeten up the occasion with a box full of chocolates or mouth melting sweets which is sure to bring back some old memories.

You can buy fancy Rakhi online from millions of choices that you are faced with, making it simpler for you to choose the perfect one for your Brother. You can even go for online Rakhi hampers which will be the best choice for this Rakshabandhan. Most of the online stores can get it delivered to all the metro cities and even international countries too.

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