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Rakhi is basically a sacred thread of protection embellished with the love and affection of a sister for her brother. This day is also known as Raksha Bandhan and celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana in India. This frail of thread of Rakhi is considered as stronger than iron chains as it binds the most beautiful relationship in an inseparable bond of love and trust. Rakhi festival also has a social significance because it underlines the notion that everybody should live in harmonious coexistence with each other.
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Traditions & Customs
The festival of Raksha Bandhan is entirely dedicated to the love and affection shared between a brother and a sister. On this day, sisters pray for long life of their brothers and ask God to bless them with his blessings. Brothers, in turn, give them enticing rakhi gifts and promise to care life long. This custom has been there since time immemorial. Various other believes are associated with Rakhi and therefore, people follow certain custom and tradition to celebrate this festival.
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Significance of Rakhi
The festival of Rakhi has taken a broader significance worldwide as it spreads harmony and bring together the family members under one roof. Rakhi stands for the love between brothers and sisters, the bond of love that they have shared since their childhood. This festival holds immense significance in India. The custom of celebrating raksha bandhan started in ancestral period and even today people consider it must to express their affection in traditional manner. Rakhi has strengthen the bond of love between brothers and sisters.
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Raksha Bandhan

Latest Rakhi Quotes
As we grew up, my brothers acted like they didn't care, but I always knew they looked out for me and were there!
- Catherine Pulsifer


Sisters share the scent and smells... the feel of a common childhood.
- Pam Brown


A sibling may be the keeper of one's identity, the only person with the keys to one's unfettered, more fundamental self.
- Marian Sandmaier



Rakhi Celebrations

Raksha Bandhan celebration is the festival to express the immaculate love between brothers and sisters. This festival is being celebrated with fervor and joy since ancient period. Rakhi epitomizes the unconditional love between brothers and sisters. Ladies start the preparation at least a fortnight before the festival. In order to make the day special, they buy rakhis, rakhi gifts, rakhi pooja thalis, sweets, etc for making the day special. This is also an occasion for family get together where they collectively celebrate this sacred festival. Exchange of beautiful rakhi gifts among dear ones make this occasion a sweet remembrance for many years to come.

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Celebration of Raksha Bandhan festival in India
India is well known for its rich culture and festivals. Each and every festival has its own significance and own way of celebration. Rakhi or Raksha Bandhan as it is commonly known, stands out as a unique gift of Indian culture. more...


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Special Rakhi DelightsVermicelli Kheer
Mouth watering collection of Recipes for traditional Rakhi Sweets & Snacks including Burfis, Pakoras and Pancakes! Try out these Rakhi Recipes with love and delight your bhaiya on his special day.

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To my most Loving Brother,
It's a blessing to have a Brother as dear, as wonderful and as special as you. I pray to God to bless you with happiness, throughout your life. On this beautiful occasion of Raksha Bandhan, my fondest wishes come to you to make your days wonderful, always. Happy Raksha Bandhan.
Your Lovable Sister
Payal

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