Raksha Bandhan is a perfect day and moment to rejoice the undying bond shared by siblings. May this year’s Raksha Bandhan bring joy and happiness to everyone’s heart.Tie the sacred threads of love and protection to your brother residing in the USA on this auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan. It is one of the most awaited occasions in India. So, just in case if you are distanced from your brother you can send rakhis to the USA to honor the divine bond of love, care, and protection. This occasion is quitespecial for siblings living far.
Rakhi- the monsoon festival
Rakhi celebration is the festival of monsoon. This monsoon festival has a profound meaning. The rainy season wards off all the dirt and complexities of life and presents us prosperity and new hope to enjoy life to the fullest. That is why the Hindus consider the month of Shravan as holy one to celebrate the pure bondage of love between siblings and arrival of good fortune.
Strengthening the brother-sister bond
The preparation for the festival begins in well advance. You would find women busy shopping for varieties Rakhi and visiting temples. On this day, sisters tie a Rakhi to their brother. Tying of Rakhi is a ritual on this festival and is considered to be an expression of love and protection It is followed by smearing a tilak on the brother’s forehead. At the same time, sisters perform aarti to portray love and success. In return brothers pledge to take care of their sister forever in times of trouble and needs.
The following of this ritual on the occasion or for that matter any ritual is important in celebration of any festival. There is a psychology behind following ritual for festivals. Ritual is a basic human instinct which is equated to love, food, and sex required for a living.
Celebrations of Rakhsha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan also commonly known as Rakhi Purnima celebrated in India by Hindus. The celebrations are of this festival are entirely dependent on the Hindu calendar which is with regards to the moon. In the month of Shravan (August), Rakhshabandhanis celebrated on full moon day. This year, the full moon day falls on the 7th of August. So, if you are planning to send Rakhito the USA for your brother, make sure you send it to well prior as the delivery process takes 6-7 working days.So, send Rakhi to the USA, and relish the pure bondage of love between you and your brother in the US.
