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Rakshabandhan English Poem 2022 | | Rakshabandhan song in English 2022 | |

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Published 2 Aug 2020

Colourful rakhis are on display. Exceptionally wonderful aren't they. It's sister's prayer and and brothers oath, Due to which, it's important for both. She applies vermillion on brother's forehead. And binds his promise to Rakhis thread She puts her faith on brother's wrist, It's brother's love that tops her list. Responding to his sister's shout. He will rush right then to bail her out. It's auspicious, it is so sacred. It's only love without any hatred. Rakshabandhan is the festival of brothers and sisters. On this day, sisters tie Rakhi on the wrist of their brothers who in turn take the oath to protect her from all difficulties and dangers. This festival has been in existence for centuries. There is a glorious history of this festival. It is said that when Draupadi in Mahabharat was in deep trouble, she called the lord Krishna for help. He instantly appeared and protected the honor of his sister. Since then, this festival has become the symbol of the brother’s and sisters love and bond. The festivity begins early in the morning. Brothers and sisters get ready for this solemn occasion. Sisters keep the thali with sweets and Rakhi ready for her brother. She first applies Tilak on his forehead and then ties Rakhi on his wrist. Subsequently, she offers her sweets and seeks her gift. In fact, the best gift she wants is the long life of her brother. Brothers on the other hand give her gifts or money in return. Besides, he vows to extend his protection throughout her life. In India, this festival is celebrated in the rainy season which makes it all more pleasant. There is also a tradition of sending Rakhis by post to the brothers living away from their sisters. India post used to be flooded with Rakhis to be delivered in the different corners of the country, even the world. There is also a pracice of tying Rakhis on the wrist of Jawans posted on the border by the local women. In return, they take pledge to protect the motherland from any external aggression. Now with e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart existing, sending Rakhis have become easier for sisters to their brothers. All they have to do is to book Rakhi online and provide the address of their brothers. Automatically, Rakhis get delivered at the doorstep of brothers well before time. Even though, the time has changed a lot but the relevance and importance of Rakhi have stood the test of the time. The look of Rakshis has also undergone a sea change but the strength of the bond hidden in the thread of Rakshis still stands intact.

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