Rakhi Special

Glow With Pride This Rakhi !!!

Every year, women in India wait for three special days, viz. their marriage anniversary, Rakhi, and their birthday. Out of these three, the first and the last dates are specific to each lady and precious to her heart. But Rakhi Purnima is the day that is common to all Indian women. And the most cherished!

Yes, every lady waits for and cherishes the celebration of Rakhi Purnima, when she gets a chance to show her affection to her brother/brothers. With its roots deep in Indian history and mythology, Rakhi Purnima, a day that usually comes around the last part of August every year, touches your heart with its tradition and customs. The day is also called Rakshabandhan, for the pledge of protecting his sister that every brother takes after she ties the Rakhi on his wrist.

History Says It All…

The tradition is said to have started when wives of Indian kings sent threads to rulers of neighboring states, pledging the latter’s protection and solidarity. This ensured that, the states which their husbands ruled had complete co-operation and protection from neighboring kings. Such was the power of this tradition that major war decisions and outcomes got changed owing to a Rakhi sent to the opponent king. The men kept their promises only to ensure that the women who had gifted the Rakhi to them, stayed protected.

Right from the times of Guru Nanak, tying of Rakhi on the wrists of soldiers and army men, who protect the public, is a happy practice these days, that crosses religious barriers.

The Ritual of Rakhi:: What’s It All About?

Although there is no religious background to the celebration, tying of the Rakhi is usually accompanied by a few sacred chants that invoke the blessings of Gods on the brother. Mostly celebrated during the day, every Rakhi Purnima is a day when women of the house get up early and prepare sweetmeats and delicacies.

After early bath and morning Puja, The sacred Rakhi is tied around the wrist of the brother/brothers amidst solemn chanting or singing. The joy and love, shared particularly at this moment, doubles up when the sweet-meats and delicacies prepared are lovingly fed to the brother. In return to this beautiful ritual, the brother gifts a memento or small amount of money to the sister.  

The Floralis Touch: All For You!

This Rakshabandhan, all you ladies must have made excellent choices in terms of the Rakhi that you are going to tie on your brother’s wrist. But have you thought of a great way to present the sacred thread? And all you brothers, are you not going to think of a surprise gift that will leave your sister extra-joyous at that moment. Gifts are not difficult to choose. But creating great presents out of them is difficult. We, at Floralis have a few ideas to help you score ahead of others when it comes to gifting for Rakhi..

Brothers! Check out our Rakhi Specials and you will definitely find the right gift for your sweet sister a basket full of fresh flowers and a teddy would have her jump with joy! A more sober present would be to gift her with a fruit basket tastefully decorated with fruits and flowers. Add in a few candies and chocolates, and your gift shopping is complete through just a few clicks. Sisters! You can also create innovative Rakhi thalis with a cute selection of flowers from our online boutique. Make sure you visit our website and avail the discounted offers at www.floralis.in. And let’s just say that once you have acted, you are going to come back for every other celebration. Every. Single. Time!!!