Raksha Bandhan - The bond of love
Raksha Bandhan is one of the most important festivals celebrated in India.According to the Hindu Calendar, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the Purnima Tithi (Full Moon day) in the month of Shravan. The Shravan month is considered an auspicious period among Hindus in which Lord 'Shiva' is worshipped.The name Raksha Bandhan, translates to 'Bond Of Protection’, which signifies the promise to protect. 'Raksha' means protection and 'Bandhan' means binding or bound. The prosperous Indian mythology provides many religious reasons to celebrate the day. The festival is celebrated in different forms in different areas and is also known by different names. As per traditions, on this day the sister prepares the Puja Thali with a Diya, Rice, Roli and Rakhis. She worships the Gods, ties Rakhi to her brother and prays for his well-being. In return the brother accepts the love with a promise to protect her sister and gives her a gift.
This year Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on Monday, August 3, 2020. Purnima Tithi begins at 9:28 PM on August 2 and ends at 9:28 PM on August 3, 2020.
Raksha Bandhan 2020 Shubh Muhurat
The Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi can be tied anytime between 9:28 in the morning to 9:17 at night.
However, the best time to tie the sacred thread would be Aparahna Muhurat which is between 1:48 PM to 4:29 PM
And in case, you miss the Aparahna muhurat, you may opt for the Praodsh time which starts at about 7:10 PM and shall last up to 9:17 PM.
Time to avoid for tying Rakhi
People must avoid the Bhadra period, which usually falls in the early first-half of the Purnima day.
Bhadra Panchha - 5:16 AM to 6:28 AM
Bhadra Mukha: 6:28 AM to 8:28 AM
Bhadra ends at 9:28 AM.
Cherish the Raksha Bandhan day with your sibling and strengthen this bond of love.
