Raksha Bandhan

Finally, it’s time for the brothers to get pampered by their notorious sisters because the festival of Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi is here! 

Raksha Bandhan is a festival that is meant to celebrate the powerful bond between a brother and a sister. The sister ties a sacred thread, known as rakhi, around the wrist of her brother. While tying the rakhi, she prays for a long and healthy life for her brother; it is a ritualistic way of ensuring a safe and happy life for her brother. It is believed that the rakhi works as a kavach (armour), which means that it offers a defensive mechanism powered by the blessings of a sister to protect her brother. This year, in 2021, raksha bandhan is on 22nd August.

For the successful celebrations of Raksha Bandhan, three elements are of utmost importance. The presence of brother, sister, and Rakhi. With its sheer splendour and charm, rakhi seems to be the highlight of Raksha Bandhan festivity. Sisters spend hours and days finding that perfect rakhi to adorn the wrist of their brothers. And, on the festival day, their labour sees the light of the day in its full glory. And, from that day to the very next Raksha Bandhan, the beautiful rakhi continues to enrich both the wrist and life of her brother.

 

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Why Do We Tie A Rakhi On The Wrist?

On the day of raksha bandhan, the sisters decorate the rakhi trays and include various sacred items on it. She first puts a tilak on his forehead, then performs the aarti before him. After the tying of the rakhi, the sister hands a coconut to he brother. The brother then blesses the sister and also give her money so that she can get a gift of her choice. But, have you ever wondered why the rakhi is actually tied? Besides, the ancient religious texts and scriptures that tells us the significance behind the celebration of this day, there are spiritual, Ayurvedic as well as psychological reasons for this ritual too. Some believed that the festival of Rakhi was actually started when the king Mahabali had made Lord Vishnu promise that he would stay with him in the Patal Loka (Netherworld). Goddess Lakshmi was worried as to who would look after the Prithvi Loka (the Earth) and when Lord Vishnu would be there. So Goddess Lakshmi went to Mahabali's Palace in the Patal Loka, convinced him to become her brother and tied a rakhi around his wrist. In return for this, the goddess asked for Lord Vishnu to be relieved of his promise and sent back to his abode in Vaikuntha. Spirituality says tying the rakhi on this wrist brings the blessings of Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma. Besides this, Goddess Durga also gives emotional and material strength along with knowledge to her brother. Shubh Muhurta To Tie The Rakhi Ayurveda says that the thread tied on the wrist regulates the Pitta and Kapha. Pitta and Kapha are two of the three elements of the body as per Ayurveda. Pitta and Kapha constitute the fire, water and earth elements of the body. When these get regulated, the overall health remains good. Similarly, the person feels more confident and secure, knowing that a thread of protection and love is tied around the wrist.

 

 

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But, have you ever been intrigued and enquired your grandmother why you are asked to tie rakhi on the right hand every time and not left. And, what is the significance? We are sure many of you have.

On Which Hand You Should Tie Rakhi To Your Brother

Unveiling the truth for all the sisters across the globe. Rakhi (the thread of love and protection) is tied on the right hand of the brother. Now, let’s explore why?

Significance

In Hinduism, the left hand has a bad connotation. It is considered inauspicious. You may think it is superstitious. But, it has roots in science and mythological tales. One reason for considering the left hand as unfavourable is the fact that Indians mostly use the left hand for cleaning purposes. Secondly, the clockwise directions were invented by Hindus, which moves from right to left, and is used for all good rituals. It is believed that clockwise direction is in order with the universe, while the anti-clockwise is against the order, thus leading to disorder. Therefore, the right hand is extended with much humbleness for rakhi tying ritual.

The ancient Tamil literature about two thousand years old glorifies tigers which only eat preys that fall on their right side and not on the left side. In Tamilian culture, right carries more weight than left. Also, in many cultures and languages, right is seen as lucky and left as blasphemy. And, the same is noticed in English culture as well. The English word “sinister” has a Latin origin meaning left in Latin.

Unearthing the layers of Ayurveda Science, scholars found that this ancient system also advocates the use of the right hand for tying rakhi because it holds the belief that Vata, Pitta, Kapha gets regulated. The human body is a wonder. It IS composed of three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha that regulates our behaviour. Harmonious existence of these three body humour is vital for wellbeing. When a sister ties rakhi on the right hand, these three body elements gets regulated leading to overall wellness. Moving on further, As per the Nadi Shastra, the human body has three Nadis, Ida, Pingala, and Sushumna. Of the three, Pingala Nadi runs on the right side and is associated with masculinity as well as is more connected to the spiritual world. It imparts vitality, efficiency, and strength. If Pingala Nadi is activated in males, masculinity is dominant. For this reason, rakhi is tied on the right hand of the brother.

It can be inferred that there are varying stories behind considering the left hand profane for carrying out rituals and offerings. And, we are convinced. So, without questioning our rich legacy and traditions, tie rakhi on the right hand of your brother and bless him with divinity.

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