Raksha Bandhan is the most popular Hindu festival in India which is celerated between Brother and sister. Check out the Raksha Bandhan 2023 date and muhurat time in this blog.
Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on the last day of Sawan month according to Hindu calendar. Raksha Bandhan is also celebrated in other parts of the world significantly influenced by Hindu culture. On this day, sisters of all ages tie a thread called the rakhi around the wrists of their brothers. Best things about Raksha Bandha festival is its a celebrated by all age group.
Raksha Bandhan 2023 Date
Raksha Bandhan 2023 date is 30 August 2023. Raksha Bandhan will be clebrated on Wednesday 30th August 2023. Raksha Bandhan date is changes every year because its depend on Hindu calendar. We celebrate the Raksha Bandhan every year on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan. This year full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan is falling on 30 August 2023.
Why is Raksha Bandhan Celebrated?
As per Hindu mythology – in Mahabharat – Lord Krishna accidentally cut his finger on the Sudarshan Chakra. Seeing this, Princess Draupadi tied a piece of cloth to prevent blood loss. Lord Krishna was impressed with Draupadi and promised to take care of her from all evils in the world. During Draupadi’s chirharan, when the Kauravas tried to shame and belittle her, Lord Krishna kept his promise by protecting her from dishonour and humiliation.
Raksha Bandhan 2023 Muhurat Time
Raksha Bandhan 2023 muhurat time is 30th August, after 09:01 PM till 07:05 AM on Aug 31, 2023.
Raksha Bandhan Bhadra End Time – 09:01 PM
Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Punchha – 05:30 PM to 06:31 PM
Raksha Bandhan Bhadra Mukha – 06:31 PM to 08:11 PM
Muhurat available after Pradosh only when Bhadra ends
Purnima Tithi Begins – 10:58 AM on Aug 30, 2023
Purnima Tithi Ends – 07:05 AM on Aug 31, 2023
Meaning of Raksha Bandhan 2023
Raksha Bandhan is a traditional Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. The festival’s name comes from the Sanskrit words “Raksha” meaning “protection” and “Bandhan” meaning “bond” or “tie.”
Raksha Bandhan History
There are many story about Raksha Bandhan history. One of the most famous story about Raksha Bandhan history is about Draupadi and Krishna from the Mahabharata. According to the another historic story, the queen of Chittor, Karnavati send a rakhi to Humayun and ask for the pledge of her security. Keeping the words of Karnavati Humayun provide security to Karnavati after which the ritual of celebrationg Raksha Bandhan was started.
Raksha Bandhan 2023 Puja Vidhi
- Have a fresh bath before the start of this ceremony. Take blessing from seniors and home temple.
- Use silver, brass or copper plate to hold Rakhi, Akshat, Roli or Sindoor.
- Place Rakhi plate in the place of worship and offer the same to your home temple.
- Your brother should face to the east side when you tie up rakhi on his wrist.
- Sisters should apply tilak to the forehead of his brother first.
- You should tie up the Raksha Sutra on the right hand of your brother by announcing the mantra.
- Brothers and sisters should share sweets after the ceremony.
- Brothers should promise to their sisters to be there, to always defend, no matter what the circumstances are.
Raksha Bandhan 2023 Message and Wishes
Happy Raksha Bandhan 2023, may you feel the power of God’s protection and blessings from heaven today and always. I wish you all love, luck, joy and good health.
Thanks for being the most amazing brother in the world. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
On this auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I pray for your happiness, good health, and prosperity. May our bond of love and protection grow stronger with each passing day. Happy Raksha Bandhan!
You are my best friend and the best gift I ever received! I know you will always be there for me. Happy Raksha Bandhan.
As we celebrate the beautiful bond between a brother and a sister, I want to thank you for always being there for me. You are not just my sibling but also my best friend. Sending you love and warm wishes on Raksha Bandhan
I know I make you angry every day but my love is unconditional bhai. Happy Raksha Bandhan dear brother!
My little sister, I don’t know where life will take me, but I promise you that you will always hold a special place in my heart. No one can ever replace that. Happy Raksha Bandhan.
Raksha Bandhan is not just about tying a thread, but it symbolizes the unbreakable bond of love and protection between a brother and sister. Let us celebrate this beautiful occasion and create more wonderful memories together. Happy Raksha Bandhan 2023
To my loveliest brother! Wishing you lots of love, prosperity and happiness on this auspicious day of Raksha Bandhan. Don’t forget to send me gifts. Happy Rakhi bhai!
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