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!!!
