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- DictionaryRaksha Bandhan/ˌrʌkʃɑː ˈbʌnd(ə)n/
noun
- 1. (in South Asia) a popular annual festival, usually in August, during which a girl or woman gives a cotton bracelet (rakhi) to a brother or someone she considers as one, who in turn treats her as a sister.
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Raksha Bandhan[3] is a popular and traditionally Hindu annual rite or ceremony that is central to a festival of the same name celebrated in South Asia. It is also celebrated in other parts of the world significantly influenced by Hindu culture.
Sep 3, 2024 · Raksha Bandhan is a joyful Hindu family holiday in late summer celebrating the connection between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie a string bracelet, called a rakhi on the right wrist of her brother, and the siblings exchange sweets.
Aug 3, 2017 · Have you ever wondered what's the story behind Raksha Bandhan is ? Here’s a compilation of the most renowned stories behind the grand festival of Rakhi.
Raksha Bandhan, literally meaning “the tie of protection,” is a festival that brings families together to celebrate the unique connection between siblings that comes from within their hearts. Sisters take the opportunity to tie a ‘rakhi’ on their brothers’ wrists while pledging their love and protection.
Aug 30, 2023 · Raksha Bandhan is a popular Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. It happens every year at the end of August - this year it's on the 30th.
Jul 16, 2018 · Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi) is a special occasion to celebrate the bond of love between a brother and a sister by tying a sacred thread around the wrist.
Jul 7, 2011 · Raksha Bandhan, also abbreviated to Rakhi, is the Hindu festival that celebrates brotherhood and love. It is celebrated on the full moon in the month of Sravana in the lunar...
