Raksha Bandhan- An Enduring Bond of love between a Brother and a Sister!

Raksha Bandhan is an ancient Indian festival celebrated every year on the full moon day of the month of Shravan (August). It is the traditional way of celebrating the love between siblings. The festival has originated in the India, but it has gained a lot of importance across the globe among all communities.

The word Raksha Bandhan literally means “A bond of Protection”. This festival is not only a tradition of tying rakhi but it has further transited into the trust and love which a girl ties on her brother's wrist and hope that this hand will always hold her in every ups and downs of life. This is a festival that glorifies precious emotions of love, care, and affection.

Every region and community have got their own ways of enjoying rakhi. Many stories have been linked to the origin of Raksha Bandhan. One of those is the story of Lord Krishna and Draupadi. Legend has it that Krishan while killing evil King Shishupal, was left with a bleeding finger. Seeing this, Draupadi tore a strip of cloth from her sari and tied it around his wrist to stop the bleeding. Lord Krishna, realizing her affections and concern, declared himself bounded by her sisterly love. He promised to protect her for life. Many years later, the Pandavas lost Draupadi in the game of dice and Dushasana tried and Dushasana tried to disrobe her.Draupadi prayed to Krishna and he made her saree to be infinite length so that Dusshasana could not take it off.

Siblings teasing each other is a tradition that extends back through all of history. Let’s celebrate this Rakhi in a funny way!

Rakhi is not only the celebration of sibling’s love, but it is also a festival for Sweets, chocolates, yummy food and exchange of gifts. It brings back memories, strengthens sibling love, and brings people together. Happy Rakhi Everyone!