The festival of Raksha Bandhan is celebrated with great reverence and enthusiasm across the country on the full moon day of the month of Sawan every year. This festival is not just a ritual but a symbol of the strength and trust in the bond between a brother and sister. On this day, sisters tie a rakhi (a protective thread) on their brother's wrist and pray for their long life, success, and happiness. In return, brothers vow to protect their sisters for life and give them gifts.
When is Raksha Bandhan and What is the Auspicious Time?
This year, the festival of Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 9, 2025, Saturday. According to the Panchang (Hindu calendar), the full moon will be present throughout the day. The most auspicious time to tie the rakhi is the Abhijit Muhurat, which will be from 12:00 PM to 12:53 PM. In addition, the Brahma Muhurat will also be from 4:22 AM to 5:04 AM, which is considered special for worship and chanting.
Recite this special mantra while tying the Rakhi
It is clearly stated in Hindu scriptures that the rakhi is not just a thread, but a religious and spiritual protective shield. If the mantra is chanted while tying the rakhi, this thread protects the brother and also provides him with strength, energy, and positivity.
Sisters should recite this mantra while tying the Rakhi
"Yena baddho Bali raja, daanvendro mahabalah.
Tena twam pratibadhnami, rakshe ma chal ma chalah."
The meaning of this mantra is - "With the rakhi with which the powerful demon king Bali was bound, I bind you with that same thread. O protection, be firm, be firm."
Chanting the mantra provides courage and spiritual strength
According to pundits and scriptures, tying the rakhi while reciting the mantra turns the rakhi into a resolution. This resolution is not only between the sister and brother but also a promise between God and nature that this rakhi will protect the brother from every crisis, illness, evil eye, and misfortune. In such a situation, tying the rakhi without the mantra remains only a ritual, while with the mantra, it becomes a spiritual process.
Elders of the house can also use the Raksha Sutra
This festival of Raksha Bandhan is not limited to just siblings. Traditions say that the Raksha Sutra can also be tied by elders, gurus, or priests on their disciples, children, or for the protection of society. This thread can be tied for the protection, success, and happiness of any loved one.
Old tradition of tying Rakhi and changing times
The tradition of Raksha Bandhan is very old. It is believed that during the Deva-Asura war, Indrani tied a Raksha Sutra on her husband Indra, due to which he was victorious in the war. Continuing this tradition, sisters still tie a rakhi on their brother's wrist today.
However, with changing times, the form of Raksha Bandhan has also changed somewhat. Now, not only sisters, but often brothers also tie rakhis to their sisters and vow that they will take care of them in every situation. In some homes, sisters also tie rakhis to each other, spreading the message of love and unity.
Sisters perform special puja for their brother's success
Apart from tying the rakhi, sisters perform special puja on this day. They worship Lord Vishnu, Ganesha, and Hanuman Ji and pray for their brother's good health, long life, and success in life. In many places, women also observe a fast for their brother's name and perform puja along with chanting mantras.
Cultural and social significance of Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan is a very important festival not only from a religious point of view but also from a social perspective. This festival not only strengthens the bond between brother and sister but also promotes the feeling of love, cooperation, and unity in society. It is a day when family members come together, take a pledge to fulfill relationships, and strengthen mutual trust once again.
Rakhi festival will be celebrated on August 9, the bond of emotions will be tied
This time, the festival of Raksha Bandhan on August 9 will not only bring brothers and sisters closer but will also strengthen the bond of emotions, traditions, and customs that have been the identity of Indian culture for centuries. The rakhi tied with the chanting of mantras is not just a thread but a resolution to fulfill a relationship that lasts a lifetime.
