Rakshabandhan is a festival symbolizing the love, trust and mutual relationship between brothers and sisters. On this day, a sister ties Rakhi on her brother’s wrist and wishes him happiness, health, long life and bright future. At the same time, the brother also takes a pledge to protect the sister and support her in every situation.
In religious beliefs, chanting mantra while tying Rakhi is also considered auspicious. It is believed that by tying Raksha Sutra along with chanting mantras, one wishes happiness, prosperity and good fortune in the life of the brother.
When is Rakshabandhan?
According to the Hindu calendar, the festival of Rakshabandhan is celebrated every year on the full moon date of the month of Sawan. In the year 2026, Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on Friday, 28th August. On this day, after performing puja as per rituals, sisters will tie Rakhi on brother’s wrist and wish for his happy and successful life.
Say this mantra while tying Rakhi
Chanting this mantra while tying Rakhi on brother’s wrist is considered auspicious.
“Yen Baddho Baliraja Danavendro Mahabalah.
Ten Tvamanubhadhnami rakshe ma chal ma chal.”
What is the meaning of mantra?
Mahabali King Bali has been mentioned in this mantra. Its meaning is that I bind you with the same Raksha Sutra with which the extremely powerful demon king Bali was tied. Hey Rakshasutra! You always remain steadfast and protect your brother. According to religious belief, by tying Rakhi while chanting this mantra, one wishes for the brother’s safety, happiness and prosperity.
Auspicious time to tie Rakhi on Rakshabandhan
There are three auspicious times to tie Rakhi on the day of Rakshabandhan.
The first auspicious time will be from 5:45 am to 9:45 am.
Second auspicious time: Rakhi can be tied from 1:40 pm to 4:15 pm.
Third auspicious time- The auspicious time for tying Rakhi will be from 6:29 pm to 9:12 pm in the evening.
Tie Rakhi to brother in this method
On the day of Rakshabandhan, first of all worship God. After this, make the brother sit facing east or north. Apply Tilak on his forehead and offer Akshat. Then after performing Aarti, tie Rakhi on brother’s right wrist while chanting the auspicious mantra. After this, feed sweets to your brother and wish him a happy, healthy and successful life. According to tradition, a sister can also give a gift to her brother.