This year, Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi will be observed on the 30th and 31st of August. Discover the history, auspicious timings, significance, and festive celebrations of this occasion. Delve into the tale behind this bond of protection and affection!
Raksha Bandhan 2023 Date and Shubh Muhurat:
In the calendar of celebrations, this year’s Raksha Bandhan gracefully graces us on both August 30th and 31st. Now, if we consult the cosmic script of the Drig Panchang, these two dates shimmer with auspiciousness for the joyful thread-tying ceremony of Rakhi. It’s fascinating how they dance amidst the Bhadra period, a cosmic window where a few ancient customs advise a pause on ceremonies. But hey, fear not! You can merrily weave the thread of love on these days without any cosmic side-eye. The Bhadra curtain falls on the Raksha Bandhan festivities at the magical hour of 9:01 PM on August 30th. This is the cue to unleash your inner ritual maestro.
This year, the tapestry of Raksha Bandhan’s Bhadra Puja in Poonch unfolds gracefully from 5:30 PM to 6:31 PM on August 30th. As the sun begins its slow descent, the Bhadra Mukh for Raksha Bandhan opens its cosmic lips at 6:31 PM on the same day, gently sealing at 8:11 PM on August 30th. The canvas of auspiciousness, known as Purnima, starts painting its strokes at 10:58 AM on August 30th, only to dip its celestial brush at 7:05 AM on August 31st. So there you have it, a cosmic calendar painted with the hues of tradition and the brushstrokes of time.
History and significance of Raksha Bandhan 2023:
“Raksha Bandhan, a cherished Hindu festival, draws from the ancient Mahabharata epic. In this tale, Lord Krishna accidentally injured his finger. Swiftly, Draupadi, a woman of grace, tore her saree and bandaged his wound. Grateful, Lord Krishna pledged to be her eternal protector. This vow found meaning when Draupadi faced humiliation in a royal court, and Lord Krishna valiantly safeguarded her dignity.”
