In Hinduism, the festival of Rakshabandhan is celebrated with great pomp and reverence, symbol of love and affection of siblings. This festival comes every year on the full moon date of the month of Sawan, which is a special day to strengthen the relationship between siblings. On this day, the sisters tie a rakhi on their brother’s wrist and the brothers promise to protect them.
Rakshabandhan Date of 2025 and auspicious time
According to the Vedic almanac, the festival of Rakshabandhan in the year 2025 will be celebrated on 9 August, Saturday. This day is falling on the full moon date of the month of Sawan, which is considered very auspicious for this festival. On this day, the sisters will tie a rakhi on the wrist of their brothers and special care will be taken of the auspicious time so that this bond can become even strong and pure.
Auspicious time to tie rakhi (Pradosh Kaal)
Pradosh Kaal is considered the most auspicious time to tie rakhi on the day of Rakshabandhan. In the year 2025, on August 9, it will be best to tie a rakhi from 7.19 pm to 9.24 pm. This period is considered particularly sacred, when the message of love and safety between siblings is even more effective.
Bhadra period and its influence on the day of Rakshabandhan
There is also a time to tie a rakhi which is called Bhadra Kaal in astrology. This period is not considered appropriate for auspicious works. On the day of Rakshabandhan in the year 2025, the Bhadra period will end at 1:30 am. This means that on August 9, the Bhadra period will not have an impact throughout the day. Due to this, there will be no inauspiciousness in tying rakhi. If there was a Bhadra period, it should be postponed to tie a rakhi as the auspicious works done during the Bhadra period could have adverse effects.
Why is it necessary to tie a rakhi at the right time?
The festival of Rakshabandhan is not only the name of tying rakhi, but it is a symbol of love, safety and faith of brother and sister. Therefore, while tying a rakhi, it is important to take care of the right time and auspicious time. By tying rakhi at the wrong time, that bond is not completely fruitful according to traditional beliefs. Therefore, it is considered best to tie rakhi in auspicious time according to astrology and almanac.
Social and cultural significance of Rakshabandhan
Rakshabandhan is not only a religious festival, but also a symbol of social and family unity. This day strengthens the relationship of brother and sister and creates an atmosphere of love, harmony and cooperation in the family. In this sacred bond of Rakhi, sisters wish their brother’s long life, happiness, peace and prosperity. At the same time, brothers promise to protect them from all kinds of obstacles. The festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on 9 August in 2025. On this day, the evening Pradosh Kaal is considered auspicious time to tie rakhi, while the influence of Bhadra period will not remain on this day. Tie rakhi at the right time increases the importance of this holy festival even more.
By keeping this invaluable bond of love and safety of siblings on this Rakshabandhan, we can keep our cultural heritage alive and strengthen family relationships. Happy Rakshabandhan to all sisters and brothers!
