Rakhi tied to the Brother's hand by Sisters
Raksha Bandhan, a cherished festivity steeped in ancient tradition, conjures a symphony of sibling love. Originating from the annals of the Vedic culture, this timeless celebration illuminates the bond between brothers and sisters, as mentioned in various Puranas like the Vishnu Puran, Bhagavat Puran, Bhavishya Puran, and others. As the sacred thread, the "Rakhi," is tied, it symbolizes an unbreakable vow of protection and affection. Amidst vibrant rituals and heartfelt Raksha Bandhan wishes, the festival transcends time, uniting hearts in an eloquent ode to familial devotion.
Raksha Bandhan Muhurat for different cities in India:
New Delhi: Aug 30, 09:02 PM - Aug 31, 07:05 AM
Mumbai: Aug 30, 09:02 PM - 09:10 PM
Kolkata: Aug 30, 09:02 PM - Aug 31, 07:05 AM
Chennai: Aug 30, 09:02 PM - Aug 31, 07:05 AM
Gandhinagar: Aug 30, 09:02 PM - 09:13 PM
Lucknow: Aug 30, 09:02 PM - Aug 31, 07:05 AM
Raksha Bandhan Muhurat for major cities worldwide:
New York: Aug 30, 02:14 PM - 04:51 PM and 07:27 PM - 09:39 PM
Toronto: Aug 30, 02:37 PM - 05:14 PM and 07:52 PM - 10:03 PM
Melbourne: Aug 31, 06:48 AM - 11:35 AM
London: Aug 31, 06:17 AM - 02:35 AM
Auckland: Aug 31, 06:48 AM - 01:35 PM
Durban: Aug 31, 06:16 AM - 03:35 AM
To see the exact timings of the sacred Raksha Bandhan Muhurat for your city, click here.
In the realm of traditions, the revered spectacle of Raksha Bandhan unfolds its splendor on the radiant Purnima Tithi of the sanctified Shravan Month, gracing the realm on the 30th day of August in the year 2023. Within this sacred event, the blessed rite transpires as sisters tenderly entwine the holy thread, known as Rakhi, around their brother's wrists. This sacred act must be performed during the auspicious spans of Aprahan Kaal or the Pradosh Kaal within the exalted embrace of the Purnima Tithi. Generally, the Aprahan Kaal is esteemed as the most propitious juncture for this hallowed binding. Yet if circumstances sway otherwise and do not allow for the sacred union during the Aprahankaal Muhurat, then the prudent choice would be to perform the consecrated ceremony during the enigmatic embrace of the Pradosh Kaal.
A crucial aspect to remember is the prohibition of conducting the holy thread ceremony during the ominous Vishti (Bhadra) Karana, a period deemed inauspicious in Panchang, according to the sacred texts of Nirnayamrit and Dharma Sindhu. A Tithi, the lunar day, encapsulates two Karanas within its span. Notably, the initial segment of the Purnima Tithi accommodates the Vishti Karana, while the latter half embraces the benevolent Bava Karana. As Raksha Bandhan unfolds within the embrace of this Tithi, it becomes imperative to exercise utmost caution, refraining from the thread's binding during the Vishti phase.
Curated list of Raksha Bandhan gifts for your sibling to lift their spirits.
In a truly exceptional cosmic event this year, the unfavorable Vishti Karana shall cast its influence during both the Aprahan Kaal and Pradosh Kaal across nearly every corner of India. This convergence of Vishti within the sacred timeframes of Raksha Bandhan prompts profound queries like: When might the thread-binding be most fittingly undertaken? What is the Raksha Bandhan Muhurat this year? As elucidated within the venerable scriptures of the Dharma Sindhu, on such particular junctures, the complete span of the subsequent Tithi emerges as a canvas upon which the revered thread-binding rite can beautifully be performed. Hence, the entirety of the subsequent half of the Tithi, known as the Bava Karana, becomes available for the ceremonial proceedings following the conclusion of the Vishti Karana.
As the celestial threads of tradition intertwine, seize the opportune moment to bind the knot of sibling love. Let the sanctity of this occasion envelop you, transcending time and distance. May the cherished rituals and heartfelt pledges illuminate your bond, fostering a tapestry of lifelong beautiful memories.