About Rakhi
Raksha Bandhan (also known and commonly abbreviated as "Rakhi") is a Hindu Festival which celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. The word "Raksha Bandhan" literally translates to "the pact of protection" and this occasion is observed on the night of full moon in the month of Shraavana. This year, Rakhi is being celebrated on the 5th of August 2009.
This festival is celebrated by the ritual of the sister tying the "Rakhi" - a sacred / holy thread on the wrist of her brother. The tying of the thread indicates a pact where the brother vows to protect and look after her sister. He also offers gifts to his sister. The brother and sister also offer sweets to each other.
Rakhi is also observed in relationships which are not strictly brother-sister by birth. Cousins, Platonic friends also tie rakhi to their "adopted" brothers.
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Posted by: vani | September 07, 2009 at 09:46 PM
Thanks for the info,but no boy or men enjoys this festival
Posted by: giftsdirect | August 14, 2009 at 10:21 AM
Raksha bandhan is a festival which reflect hunduism principles and ideology. Hope your visitors will find your blog informative.
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Cheers
Prasad
Posted by: free greetings | July 22, 2009 at 08:22 PM