A choice of Rakhis This Raksha Bandhan

The word Rakhi conveys a very emotional and nostalgic appeal among the brothers and sisters of India. Every year on Shravan Purnima, which falls sometime in July/August, sisters tie a Rakhi to their brothers as a symbol of brotherly love and affection towards them. This festival transcends all age barriers, and people young and old wholeheartedly participate in this occasion.

According to tradition, it is the moral duty of a brother to protect his sister from harm. The Raksha Bandhan festival (the bond of protection) upholds the values ​​that a brother upholds for his sister. The extended meaning of the festival is that it is the obligation of the strong to protect the vulnerable and weak.

In a broader scope, on this occasion cousins ​​and even family friends participate. Therefore, the occasion is not strictly limited to brothers and sisters only, but also includes friends and people with brotherly feelings.

As the main theme of the festival, the sister ties a Rakhi on her brother’s wrist. In return, her brother showers her sisters with gifts and vows to care for her and protect her from adverse circumstances. This is very much a family event, and all family members oversee this process. After this, the members of the family usually participate in a family party where traditional recipes are prepared with fervor and much joy.

Rakhis thread:
In the old days, a Rakhi was simply a thread that was tied to the individual’s right hand. With the growing popularity and acceptance of the festival, this is now more than just a thread. Today, colored threads are used along with sequins, beads, semi-precious stones, silver, gold, pearls, zari, and other fabulous materials. However, threads are the most popular variety available in the markets today. They are made from many varieties of colored threads and are decorated with tiny ghungrus, beads and colored stones.

Zari and Zardosi Rakhis

Zari Rakhis are made from colorful zari threads and beautifully decorated with beading, stonework, satin threads and are also decorated with many other fancy materials such as zari, sequins, sparkly flecks and glitter. Zardosi Rakhis are also extremely popular due to their exquisite and intricate metal wire work. This unique product is an excellent combination of fabric and metal wire. The artwork delicately combines sequins, stones, beads, fabric and ‘resham’ thread with fine metal wire to produce absolutely stunning results.

rakhis for children
Children have a special fondness for each other and this is amply demonstrated on this occasion when little girls come with their parents to buy Rakhis for their brothers. Such products must be especially eye-catching and beautiful to make children feel special.

Therefore, these are made of light and fluffy material and include many motifs, cartoon characters and innovative and novel designs. The children get very excited and are extremely delighted to see them on display. The creators of Rakhi have created popular cartoon and comic strip characters such as Superman, Spiderman, Mickey Mouse, Little Hanuman, Harry Potter, Shrek and others.

floral rakhis
Floral Rakhis uses various floral designs to impart an elegant and pretty look. Sometimes a little fragrance is also added to the finished product for added appeal. Elements like beads, sequins, and semi-precious stones make them even more beautiful.

Bhaiya BhabhiRakhis
In some parts of the country, the tradition is to tie a Rakhi to the brother and his wife (one’s bhabhi). In most cases, sisters share a very emotional bond with their brothers’ wives and this occasion reveres this special feeling. Therefore, Raksha Bandhan not only reveres the bond between a brother and sister but also strengthens family relationships. The bhaiya-bhabhi Rakhis usually come in beautiful pairs and usually complement each other in design and color.

gold and silver rakhis
Silver is also used to make Rakhis. This product looks extremely beautiful with elegant silver motifs, patterns and designs that make them look very attractive and eye-catching. Gold and gold plated Rakhis present an elegant and majestic look. These are readily available in the form of gold bracelets, chains, picture gold coins and such. In reality, these can be very expensive for the amount of gold used to make them. However, for many sisters, it is the correct way of saying that their feelings for her brother are as precious as gold.

pearl rakhis
If gold and silver are the norm for Raksha Bandhan, can the pearl be left behind? Pearl has also found favor with people for revealing her feelings on this auspicious occasion. Freshwater pearls, CZ pearls, and Hyderabadi pearls are among the most popular choices. A colorful thread is passed through the pearl, which remains in the center of the Rakhi. Other smaller pearls are also incorporated to enhance the show and appearance of the central pearl. Colored stones, satin threads, beads and sequins add to the appeal of this beautiful product.

Therefore, the sisters can now choose from a wide range of Rakhis available in colorful and well-lit shops and stalls across the country. With the advent of modern times, the humble Rakhi has now achieved more sophistication and elegance, but the virtuous message that it conveys will remain the same forever.