Tying this rakhi on Raksha Bandhan will bring benefits, know the date and auspicious time

Rakshabandhan is not just a festival but an emotion that connects the sacred bond of brother and sister on a spiritual level. This festival is celebrated on the full moon of Shravan month and has special importance in Hinduism. On this day, sisters tie a raksha sutra on their brother’s wrist to wish him long life, happiness, prosperity and success, while brothers take a vow to protect their sister.

The message of Rakshabandhan is not limited to brothers and sisters. This festival also reveals that spiritual spirit in which one is committed to the protection, honor and welfare of others. There are many inspiring instances of it in religion, history and Puranas, which reflect the depth and greatness of this festival.

When is Rakshabandhan 2025? 

The festival of Rakshabandhan is celebrated on the full moon of Shravan month. This time the auspicious time of full moon of Shravan month will start on August 8 at 2:12 PM and it will end on August 9 at 1:24 PM. So, according to Udayatithi, the festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on August 9. On this day, it will be auspicious to tie Rakhi from morning till 1:24 pm.

Spiritual basis of Rakshabandhan

The word ‘Raksha Bandhan’ itself says a lot—’Raksha KA Bandhan’. It indicates not only physical protection but also spiritual protection. The mantras of Rigveda also mention ‘Rakshasutra’, which was worn to protect a person during a yagna or ritual. This means that this tradition is not only family but also religious and spiritual.

There is an incident in Srimad Bhagavata Mahapurana that when Lord Vamanadeva demanded three feet of land from King Bali and took his entire kingdom, then Bali devoted everything to him. Pleased with his devotion, God made him the lord of Patal Lok, but stipulated that he would always be near him. Lakshmi ji became worried about this and tied the Rakshasutra on King Bali’s wrist to bring back Vamandev (Lord Vishnu) from Patala. Bali is pleased and allows Lord Vishnu to take him back to Baikunth, honoring him as his own brother.

This event shows that Rakshabandhan is not limited to blood ties but also includes emotional and spiritual connection.

Importance of Rakshabandhan in today’s times

Today, when the bonds of affinity in the social fabric are gradually weakening, festivals like Rakshabandhan are an opportunity; To connect family, cherish relationships and connect heart to heart. There may be quarrels in the relationship of brother and sister, there may be differences of opinion, but on Rakshabandhan, when a sister ties the rope of love on her brother’s wrist, then all distance is erased.

How to Tie a Rakhi

Rakhi is not just a ritual but a powerful defense formula. When it is tied on a brother’s wrist with auspicious mantras, it acts as a spiritual protective shield. If it is prepared and used according to religious traditions, its effect becomes even more profound.

So let’s know what kind of rakhi should sisters tie on brothers’ wrists on Rakshabandhan.

A Rakhi Made of Traditional Moli

It is mentioned in religious texts that rakhi made of red and yellow moli (sacred cotton thread) is considered purest and auspicious. After offering it to Lord Vishnu and Ganesha, it should be tied on the brother’s wrist with Vedic mantras. This not only protects the brother, but also maintains peace and happiness in the family.

Rakhis with Religious Symbols

Rakhis decorated with auspicious symbols like trishul, om, swastika also transmit special energy. These symbols are associated with our religious rites and incorporating them into the Raksha-Sutra increases positivity and spiritual strength in a brother’s life. By tying such a rakhi with chanting of appropriate mantras, negative energy is kept away.

Rakhis made of Rudraksh or Tulsi

If you wish for spiritual upliftment and God’s blessings in your brother’s life, then Rakhi made of Rudraksha or Tulsi is a great choice. Rudraksha keeps the grace of Lord Shiva, which provides protection from planetary evils. At the same time, Tulsi is a symbol of Lord Vishnu and Lakshmi, which brings happiness, splendor and peace in the life of the brother.

Chant this mantra while tying Rakhi

येन बद्धो बलि राजा, दानवेन्द्रो महाबल:।

(Yen Baddho Bali Raja, Danavendra Mahabal.)

तेन त्वामपि बध्नामि, रक्षे माचल माचल॥

(Ten tvampi badhnami, rakshe machal machal.)

That is, with the same thread with which the great powerful demon King Bali was tied, I tie you with the same thread. O Rakshasutra! You stay still, stay still.

This mantra protects from invisible negative forces and provides success in life to the brother.

This festival of love, faith and security ignites the flame of belonging in the heart of every Indian. When a sister ties a rakhi on her brother’s wrist, she ties not just a thread, but a blessing, a faith and a religion.

Let us not limit ourselves to our family this Rakshabandhan, but take a vow to protect every person in the society who needs us. This is the true bond.

Happy Rakshabandhan to all of you.