Rakshabandhan, i.e. Rakhi, is a celebration of this festival throughout India, especially among Hindus. Having become a symbol of brotherly love, this festival is celebrated on the full moon day of Shravan month. In the present day market, almost every one of our customs, The criteria to celebrate Teej festival have almost changed. The real value of these festivals is also disappearing in the glare.
Brightness in the markets starts about a month before Rakshabandhan. The shops are decorated. Stalls of colorful dynasties are also started. The strands of silk are adorned with silk flowers. But do you know that according to the Vedic tradition, the ash that you buy from the market is only as important as symbolically celebrating the festival. According to scripture, on the day of Rakshabandhan, sisters should tie a Rakhi made of Vedic method on the brother’s wrist which is actually called Rakshasutra. The method of tying it should also be scriptural.
How to make Vedic Rakshasutra (Rakhi)
Now the question arises how to make Vedic Rakhi at home by not bringing Rakhi from the market. So we are giving you the solution here as well. Actually, to make Vedic Rakhi, you do not need any such rare thing which is difficult for you to obtain, but for this very simple, almost only things used at home are needed. For the Vedic Rakhi, Durva means that you can also call the grass, Akshat i.e. rice, sandalwood, mustard and saffron, these five things are needed. Yes, a silk cloth is also needed because they have to be put in it.
Take a small quantity of Durva, Rice, Saffron, Sandalwood, Mustard and tie it in a yellow silk cloth if stitched, it will be even better. Apart from these five substances, turmeric, Kodi and Gomti Chakra are also kept in some rakhis. Wrap it in silk cloth and tie it after sewing, and thread it into the kalave (molly). Your rakhi will be ready.
In addition, a rakhi is also made from raw cotton. The Brahmins used to tie this protector to their judge. In it, raw yarn is soaked in turmeric water and dried. In this way a thread of raw cotton is prepared.
Importance of Vedic Rakhi
The material used in both the rakhis is considered to be of special importance. A rakshasutra made of raw cotton and turmeric is considered pure and auspicious. It is believed that if the protective coat is tied on the wrist during the spring season, it develops our immunity to fight infectious diseases. Also, this Rakshasutra also transmits positive energy in us.
At the same time, Rakshasutra made of Durva, Akshat, Saffron, Sandalwood, Mustard is also considered auspicious and fortunate. You may have seen these items being used in various religious activities. Turmeric, rice and coach are especially used in almost every ritual, worship etc. In fact, the belief behind their use in Rakshasutra is that the lineage of the Raksasutra who is being tied has spread like Dubey, it is considered to be an obstacle due to being loved by Lord Shri Ganesha.
At the same time, Akshat i.e. rice is a symbol of reverence for each other in mutual relationships, as well as the wish for longevity healthy life is also considered to be inherent in them. For saffron Tejaswita, sandalwood is kept with coldness, that is, for restraint and mustard keeps us sharp towards bad luck. Turmeric, Gomti Chakra, Kodi are also considered auspicious.
Vedic Rakhi tying mantra
Yen Badho Bali Raja Danvendro Mahabal.
Walk in the tenth guarded name.
This mantra means that I am tying you with the protection of which Mahabali, Mahadani King Bali was tied. O Rakshatra, you are not moving, stay here. This Rakshasutra can be tied by the priest to the king, the Brahmin to the Yajaman, the sister to the brother, the mother to the son and the wife to the husband on the right wrist.
Whoever binds the Raksasutra by this method, stays away from all the doshas and leads a happy life throughout the year –
Janen law Yastu Raksha Bandhan
It is not happy, happy sentiments.
Overall, it is the Raksha Bandhan festival that makes sense of the festival of Raksha Sutra made and tied to Vedic customs. Wish you all a very happy Rakshabandhan.