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Raksha Bandhan Celebration with Your Siblings – Megha Shop

Let’s celebrate the
RakshaBandhan full day with our siblings in a very stunning way.

RakshaBandhan
is a festival which is celebrated on full moon day (Purnima) of Shravan Masa.
As per the Gospels, this festival is not celebrated in Bhadra (portentous) time
of Shravanand Phalguna Asterism. According to a belief, King in Shravan Asterism
and tying of thread (Rakhi) In Phalguna Asterism, is harmful to the public.
Hence, while tying Rakhi, it is necessary to memorize the welfare time.

Raksha Bandhan Celebration with Your Siblings - Megha Shop


At
the time of tying thread, Bhadra is kept in mind. Rakhi is not tied at the time
of Bhadra. In 2016, Bhadra (inauspicious time) will stay till 17 August.
Therefore, this day, tying of a thread will be congruent after this time only.
Before tying Rakhi, let us know that how this day can be a memorable day till
next RakshaBandhan.

Preparation for tying
of Rakhi
On
this day, Sisters, after having a bath etc. in themorning, prefabricate variety
of dishes. After this the plate for worship is decorated with an appropriate
manner. After this, the plate used for worshiping is decorated. In concert with
Rakhi, saffron, turmeric, rice, a Diya, incense sticks, sweets and some money
is kept in the plate. A convenient place is chosen for brother, to be seated.

First
and foremost, God is worshipped by the whole family. After that, the ceremony
of RakshaBandhan is started and in that firstly, Brother is seated at the
chosen spot. After this, saffron Tilak is interpolated on brother’s prow turmeric
and rice, Akshat(rice used in worship), scattered aboutthe head, Aarti is
performed. And then, Rakhi is tied on the right wrist of brother and sweets are
also offered to the brothers. Money is moved around his head (as an act of
removing evil eye) and distributed among the indigent as well as in return
brother offers gifts or some amount of money to his sister.



On
this occasion, the Sisters have food, only after tying Rakhi to their brother.
As like other festivals of India, on this festival also, gifts and dishes have
their exclusive importance. On this festival, meal is taken after lunch. At
this time, girls come from their ‘in-laws house’ to their Parents home,
covering long distances, in order to tie Rakhi and meet their brother. This day
the priest and Acharya (spiritual teacher or guru) reach their host (Yajman)
home to tie Rakhi, and, in return they accept money, clothes and some other
items.

Mantra of RakshaBandhan
While tying Rakhi, Sisters
should chant this following mantra for the long life of their Brother:

येनबद्धोबलिराजा, दानवेन्द्रोमहाबल: I

तेनत्वांमनुबध्नामि, रक्षेमाचलमाचल II



The
aloft given mantra is considered favorable while tying of a thread. It describes that, the safety thread which was used to tie dynamic
monster, Bali, I am tying you the same protection thread, and this thread will
keep you safe.

Points of Consideration
on RakshaBandhan
People who want to celebrate this
festival, should take a bath early in the morning and wear new clothes for this
day. And whole family should get together for worship of God. Along with this,
Rakhi is also worship. Remember your ancestors and take the blessing of elders.



A color thread can be taken as a
Rakhi. This thread also be of silk, Gold, saffron, sandalwood, Akshat and grass
is kept on the thread, and worshiped. While worshiping, the person should fully
concentrate on Puja, for whatever time, he is sitting in it. After worshiping
Rakhi (thread), brother is applied Tikka(auspicious mark on forehead)of
saffron, Rowley and Akshat should be used. Rakhi is tied on the right hand.

Recipes of RakshaBandhan
India is uncomplete without
delicious dishes on festivals. Some special dishes are prepared for every festival
like, on Rakshabandhan like MithiSeviyan which is also called Sweet Vermicelli
it is a popular dishes made on RakshaBandhanday and other dishes also there
like Ghevar, Shakarpare etc. are made. Ghevar is used as the main of Sharvan
Maas which is very delicious sweet. As it is eaten,throughout the month, in
northern India. Additionally, Kheer and Puri are also, famous food of this
festival.

Hope you will like it.



5 Out of the Box Rakhi Gift Ideas

‘Rakhi’ or
‘RakshaBandhan’ is one of the most auspicious ceremonies of the Indian
tradition, celebrating the wonderful bond between brother and his sister.
Though it’s customary for the brothers to gift their sisters, nowadays sisters
wish to gift their brothers too! And today, people no longer give traditional
gifts, but trying out something out-of-the-box as well! And we present to you 5
unique gift ideas for this Rakhi!

  • 1.    
    Does your sibling love antiques? Or loves to visit places or buy
    stuffs symbolic of the yester years? Then pair up this love together with
    his/her hobby, and present a wonderful gift symbolic of the yester years- full
    of nostalgia and aristocracy! If he/she loves to read and write, then gift a
    classic novel which he yearns for so much, along with a fountain pen, ink pot
    and an antique penholder! If he/she’s fond of retro music, then gift a
    collection of retro music CDs. If you’re gifting a nostalgia-loving sister,
    then why not gift a wonderful set of ornaments designed like the yester years-
    your sister will feel like a member of a royal family on wearing those huge
    earrings and that wide necklace!You may even plan a visit to the museum or some
    historical site as well.
  • 2.    
    Is your brother a sports freak? Then gift the items he’ll love the
    most- the sports accessories he loves! Moreover, if your sister is crazy for
    the so-called “men games” like football, cricket, wrestling or boxing, it’s
    time you show that it isn’t always that you force her to be girlish- gift her
    the sports accessories she desires to have so much, say a pair of boxing glove
    a pair of dumbbells?
  • 3.    
    Have an adventurer for a sister/brother? Then gift him/her the
    pair of binoculars or the trendy goggles or the trekking shoes your parents
    refused to buy again, wishing to curb that love for rock climbing and exploring!

4.    
A sister, who loves experimenting with her looks and attire, will
love her favourite clothes from her favourite wardrobe! If she’s currently
experimenting with ethnics, then go for a gorgeous sari this year, or a funky
top if she’s experimenting with modern wear. You may also gift a kurta-payjama
or a cool t-shirt and denims set this year to your fashion-freak brother
according to the look he’s sporting the most currently!

  • 5.    
    Nothing like personalized gifts or a bouquet of flowers or a box
    of chocolates, or all! Gift a spectacular flower bouquet or team it up with personalized
    gifts like a coffee-mug or t-shirt with his and yours photograph printed on it!
    You may also gift a special Rakhi Thali
    to your brother! You have numerous Rakhi thali online shopping options nowadays.
    And if it’s for your sister, then there’s no gift better than flowers! Pair
    them up with a personalized cushion-cover, photo-frame or coffee-mug, along
    with her favourite
    chocolates!

5 Out of the Box Rakhi Gift Ideas

‘Rakhi’ or
‘RakshaBandhan’ is one of the most auspicious ceremonies of the Indian
tradition, celebrating the wonderful bond between brother and his sister.
Though it’s customary for the brothers to gift their sisters, nowadays sisters
wish to gift their brothers too! And today, people no longer give traditional
gifts, but trying out something out-of-the-box as well! And we present to you 5
unique gift ideas for this Rakhi!

  • 1.    
    Does your sibling love antiques? Or loves to visit places or buy
    stuffs symbolic of the yester years? Then pair up this love together with
    his/her hobby, and present a wonderful gift symbolic of the yester years- full
    of nostalgia and aristocracy! If he/she loves to read and write, then gift a
    classic novel which he yearns for so much, along with a fountain pen, ink pot
    and an antique penholder! If he/she’s fond of retro music, then gift a
    collection of retro music CDs. If you’re gifting a nostalgia-loving sister,
    then why not gift a wonderful set of ornaments designed like the yester years-
    your sister will feel like a member of a royal family on wearing those huge
    earrings and that wide necklace!You may even plan a visit to the museum or some
    historical site as well.
  • 2.    
    Is your brother a sports freak? Then gift the items he’ll love the
    most- the sports accessories he loves! Moreover, if your sister is crazy for
    the so-called “men games” like football, cricket, wrestling or boxing, it’s
    time you show that it isn’t always that you force her to be girlish- gift her
    the sports accessories she desires to have so much, say a pair of boxing glove
    a pair of dumbbells?
  • 3.    
    Have an adventurer for a sister/brother? Then gift him/her the
    pair of binoculars or the trendy goggles or the trekking shoes your parents
    refused to buy again, wishing to curb that love for rock climbing and exploring!

4.    
A sister, who loves experimenting with her looks and attire, will
love her favourite clothes from her favourite wardrobe! If she’s currently
experimenting with ethnics, then go for a gorgeous sari this year, or a funky
top if she’s experimenting with modern wear. You may also gift a kurta-payjama
or a cool t-shirt and denims set this year to your fashion-freak brother
according to the look he’s sporting the most currently!

  • 5.    
    Nothing like personalized gifts or a bouquet of flowers or a box
    of chocolates, or all! Gift a spectacular flower bouquet or team it up with personalized
    gifts like a coffee-mug or t-shirt with his and yours photograph printed on it!
    You may also gift a special Rakhi Thali
    to your brother! You have numerous Rakhi thali online shopping options nowadays.
    And if it’s for your sister, then there’s no gift better than flowers! Pair
    them up with a personalized cushion-cover, photo-frame or coffee-mug, along
    with her favourite
    chocolates!