Thursday, 18 August 2016

17/18 AUG 2016 RAKSHA BANDHAN/RAKHI PURNIMA

Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi along with Rakhi Mantra
Tradition of Raksha Bandhan
In modern context the meaning of Raksha Bandhan has changed significantly. It is believed to be the festival which is meant for brothers and sisters i.e. only for siblings. Rakhi has become the sobriquet of Raksha Bandhan. However all Vedic reference to this ritual are mentioned with Raksha Bandhan.

Since Vedic time Raksha Bandhan is a significant ritual which is performed to ward off fear of ghosts, bad spirits and Pishach (vampires). All sorts of diseases and bad omens can be avoided by performing the ritual of Raksha Bandhan. Similar to Holika Dahan, Raksha Bandhan is yearly ritual to get protection from all sort of bad things which might occur throughout the year. Raksha Bandhan should be performed during Shravana Purnima after avoiding Bhadra timings.

The Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi has been described in Vratraj. According to Vratraj, Raksha Bandhan is ritualistic tying of the thread, which protects the person from all sorts of evils. Raksha, in the form of sacred thread, is personified as the divine power who makes the worshipper fearless. It is believed that it wasShachi, the wife of God Indra, who created Raksha to protect her husband from demons in the war. Since then Raksha is worshipped for victory, comfort, sons, grandsons, wealth and health.
Raksha Bandhan Puja
Purohit tying Raksha in the form of Raksha Potli
Raksha Bandhan Puja Vidhi
On the day of Shravana Purnima, a full ritualistic bath should be performed during Pratahkal before sunrise. After bath one should perform Deva and Pitra Tarpan, a ritual to appease Gods and ancestors. The ritual ofUpakarma, which is famously known as Avani Avittam in Tamil Nadu, should be done in the morning.

As per Vratraj, the ritual of Raksha Bandhan should preferably be done during Aparahna time. The main ritual of Raksha Bandhan involves the worship of Raksha and tying it to the wrist in the form of Raksha Potli or Raksha bundle. The Raksha Potli should be made of unbroken rice, white mustard and the gold thread. Raksha Potli should be woven with colored fabric made of cotton or woolen and should be kept on a clean cloth for the Puja. The Ghatasthapana is also suggested for Raksha Bandhan Puja.

All Bhudeva should be worshipped and clothes should be offered to them. After Bhudeva Puja, Raksha should be worshipped and Raksha Potli should be fastened to the wrist along with the chanting of Mantra. The Mantra which should be chanted while tying Raksha Potli is given below -
Rakhi Mantra in Hindi
Rakhi Mantra in English
The meaning of Raksha Mantra is as following -
"I tie you with the same Raksha thread which tied the most powerful, the king of courage, the king of demons, Bali. O Raksha (Raksha Sutra), please don't move and keep fixed throughout the year."
It is believed whoever worship Raksha on Shravana Purnima would be happy throughout the year. In North India, sisters tie the thread on the wrist of their brothers and seek for their protection. In modern context brothers are playing the role of divine power Raksha who protects her worshippers.


Rakhi



Description: Rakhi, which is also known as Raksha Bandhan, is a Hindu festival which is celebrated across India. Raksha Bandhan is recognized and celebrated among Hindus for its symbolic significance.Raksha Bandhan draws it significance from a sacred thread which is known as Rakhi. It is believed that the thread protects the one who wears it, especially during the auspicious time of Shravana Purnima. 

Rakhi Origin and Significance The concept of tying the sacred thread on the auspicious day of Shravana Purnima is not new. Shravana Purnima is also considered significant to change the sacred thread among Brahmin community. The ritual of wearing sacred thread or changing of sacred thread on the day of Shravana Purnima is known as Upakarma. Upakarma, which is a Vedic ritual, is still practiced by Hindus of Brahmin caste. 

The origin of Rakhi can be attributed to the most ancient legend of Goddess Indrani which narrates the power of sacred thread, when tied to Lord Indra, resulted in his victory over demons. 
Also Called : Raksha Bandhan 
Significance : tying the sacred thread by sisters to their brothers
Deity(s): Goddess Indrani, Lord Indra
Key Rituals : Raksha Bandhan Puja, Thread ceremony 
Mythological Figures: Lord Krishna, Yudhishthira, Draupadi, Goddess Indrani, Lord Indra
Observances :
  • sisters tie Rakhi to their brothers
  • Aarti for the brothers imbued with prayers of their long life
  • brothers offer gifts to their sisters
  • preparation of delicious recipes
Legends : 
Although there are various legends of Raksha Bandhan, but the legend mentioned in Bhavishya Purana is the most authenticated one. The legend of Bhavishya Purana is also mentioned in Vratraj behind the ritual of Raksha Bandhan. 

Ages ago, there was intense battle between Gods and Demons. The intense battle continued for twelve years. At last Gods lost the battle and Demons conquered the kingdom of Indra along with all three Loks. 

The God of Gods, Indra consulted Brihaspati, the Guru of Gods. Guru Brihaspati suggested Raksha Vidhan to Indra along with the Mantra to perform it. 

On the day of Shravana Purnima Guru performed the ritual of Raksha Vidhan. During Raksha Vidhan, the Raksha Potli was fortified with sacred Mantra. After Puja, Shuchi the wife of Indra tied the Raksha Potli to the right hand of Indra. 

Due to power of Raksha Potli, Indra was able to defeat Demons and get back His lost kingdom. Since then the ritual of Raksha Bandhan is performed during Sharvana Purnima. 

एक सौ 100 यज्ञ पूर्ण कर लेने पर दानवेन्द्र राजा बलि के मन में स्वर्ग का प्राप्ति की इच्छा बलवती हो गई तो का सिंहासन डोलने लगा। इन्द्र आदि देवताओं ने भगवान विष्णु से रक्षा की प्रार्थना की। भगवान ने वामन अवतार लेकर ब्राह्मण का वेष धारण कर लिया और राजा बलि से भिक्षा मांगने पहुँच गए। उन्होंने बलि से तीन पग भूमि भिक्षा में मांग ली। 

बलि के गु्रु शुक्रदेव ने ब्राह्मण रुप धारण dकिए हुए विष्णु को पहचान लिया और बलि को इस बारे में सावधान कर दिया किंतु दानवेन्द्र राजा बलि अपने वचन से न फिरे और तीन पग भूमि दान कर दी। 

वामन रूप में भगवान ने एक पग में स्वर्ग और दूसरे पग में पृथ्वी को नाप लिया। तीसरा पैर कहाँ रखें? बलि के सामने संकट उत्पन्न हो गया। यदि वह अपना वचन नहीं निभाता तो अधर्म होता। आखिरकार उसने अपना सिर भगवान के आगे कर दिया और कहा तीसरा पग आप मेरे सिर पर रख दीजिए। वामन भगवान ने वैसा ही किया। पैर रखते ही वह रसातल लोक में पहुँच गया। 

जब बाली रसातल में चला गया तब बलि ने अपनी भक्ति के बल से भगवान को रात-दिन अपने सामने रहने का वचन ले लिया और भगवान विष्णु को उनका द्वारपाल बनना पड़ा। भगवान के रसातल निवास से परेशान कि यदि स्वामी रसातल में द्वारपाल बन कर निवास करेंगे तो बैकुंठ लोक का क्या होगा? इस समस्या के समाधान के लिए लक्ष्मी जी को नारद जी ने एक उपाय सुझाया। लक्ष्मी जी ने राजा बलि के पास जाकर उसे रक्षाबन्धन बांधकर अपना भाई बनाया और उपहार स्वरुप अपने पति भगवान विष्णु को अपने साथ ले आयीं। उस दिन श्रावण मास की पूर्णिमा तिथि थी यथा रक्षा-बंधन मनाया जाने लगा।

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