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Raksha Bandhan – Celebrating the sacred
bond of brother and sister
Raksha Bandhan, popularly known as rakhi,
is a festival observed to pay homage to the sacred and unconditional bond between brothers
and sisters. Raksha Bandhan in Sanskrit literally means
“the tie or knot of protection It’s an ancient Vedic festival which is
celebrated every year on the full moon day of the month of Shravan (August).
Raksha Bandhan 2020 will be celebrated with zest and vigour on August 3rd.
On this festival, as a ritual, a sister ties a colourful rakhi, a
sacred thread that symbolizes love between siblings, around her brother’s
wrist. The festival starts by performing traditional aarti and concludes with
prayers for the well being (good health, prosperity and happiness).
After the prayer, the sister applies a tilak, a colorful mark on
the forehead of the brother. After that, the brother vows to guide
and protect her throughout the life under all
circumstances. Moreover, as a part of tradition, a brother presents his
sister varied exciting gifts. Gifts play a prominent role and symbolizes
tokens of love and affection.
The brother may also feed his sister with his hands. Then they hug
and the larger family ritually congratulate the festive celebration of
brother-sister love and protection.
Where does this tradition come from?
Raksha Bandhan is an ancient festival and
has many myths and historic legends linked to it.
The popular practice of Raksha Bandhan has its historical associations also.
The Rajput queens practiced the custom of sending rakhi threads to neighbouring
rulers as token of brotherhood.
Are you thinking of surprising your brother or
sister with a special Raksha Bandhan gift that can revive your childhood
memories all over again? A handcrafted gift for this amazing festival is always
the best option to win the hearts of the siblings and express your love and
care in the sweetest way. A Raksha Bandhan card will be a stunning choice for
the people who are looking for special Rakhi gifts for brothers and sisters. Creating such a card is not as easy as it
seems as it requires great attention and detailing in bringing up something
special and exceptional for the festive gifting. Here are some
wonderful Raksha Bandhan messages and wishes which can be written on
a greeting card to convey your best wishes and blessings to your dearest siblings
this Raksha Bandhan 2020…
4
important things you need to consider in a rakshabandhan card
1. The right
address: Address your brother or sister with a name by which
you refer them. As it is all about sharing your feelings to your siblings on
such a pleasant occasion, you can address them with their nicknames (in case
they are younger to you) or write just “Bhaiya” or “Behena” if they are elder
to you. The way you will address them in the greeting card will depend on your
relationship which you share with your brother or sister.
2. A heart Raksha Bandhan message: A beautiful usage of words in a Raksha Bandhan card will
perfectly express your emotions to your dearest brother or sister. Take this
auspicious festival as an opportunity to communicate your love and care through
your words of appreciation.
3. “Happy Raksha Bandhan”: As we are creating a Raksha Bandhan greeting card, it is
important to mention this joyful Rakhi wish somewhere in it.
4. A hearty closing: Just like giving attention to other aspects in the Raksha
Bandhan card, it is also significant to complete it on a right note.
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