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Raksha bandhan 2025: Every year on the full moon day of Shravan month, the festival of Rakshabandhan is celebrated with great reverence and love. On this day, sisters tie a rakhi on the wrist of their brothers and wish for their longevity and happiness and prosperity, while the brothers promise them to protect them throughout their lives. But have you ever wondered why Rakhi is always tied on a straight (right) hand? Religious beliefs, traditions and classical secrets are hidden behind this. This year, the festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated on 9 August 2025. Come, let us know why Rakhi is tied directly in hand and what is the importance of this tradition.
Why do you tie rakhi in straight hand?
Religious approach
In Hinduism, the right hand (straight hand) is considered to be the best for auspicious and holy works. In our scriptures, straight hands have always been considered auspicious and a symbol of positivity. Any auspicious work such as worship, charity and havan etc. is used directly. This is the reason that holy and auspicious bonds like Rakhi are also tied directly to the hand.
Right hand is a symbol of karma
According to the scriptures, the right hand is a symbol of “karma”. Whatever resolution, defense formula, or sacrifice of sacrifice, it is more fruitful by doing it directly with hand. When the sister ties a rakhi to the brother, it is a defense resolve, and by tying it directly on the hand, his effect is considered more.
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Importance of Rakshasutra
Rakhi is not just a thread, but it is called “Rakshasutra”. When it is tied directly on the hand, it gives strength to the person’s aura and protects from negative forces.
Vedic tradition
The sages had a tradition of tying a protectory to the king during war or any crisis and that too was tied directly on the hand. This tradition is still alive as a rakhi.
Flow of positive energy
It is believed that the direct hand communicates positive energy in the body. When the sister ties a rakhi on her brother’s straight hand wrist, it brings positivity and prosperity in the brother’s life.
Conquest
The straight hand is also considered a symbol of power and victory. The sister’s tied Rakhi inspires the power to fight for every difficulty and to win in every field.
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Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs. TV 9 India does not confirm this.