Bhaidooj Origin Story, Puja Vidhi, and Cultural Significance in India

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The Bhaidooj festival is a popular festival among Hindus. They usually celebrate it 2-3 days after Diwali pooja.

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The Bhaidooj festival is celebrated to strengthen the bond of brother and sister.

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Origin Story

The Bhaidooj festival is based on the story of Yama and Yamuna. This is the belief that came from Hindu scriptures.

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Bond

Yamuna welcomed his brother Yama on this day to her home with Tilak and wished for his long life.

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Bond

Also there is a story, where Krishna came after defeating the demon Narkasur, Subhadra welcomed Krishna with Tilak and prayed for the well being of brother.

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Puja Vidhi

Initially, the sister has to apply vermilion and rice paste to the hands of their brothers. After that, five betel leaves, a betel nut, and a silver coin should be placed in the hands of a brother.

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Cultural Significance

This Bhaidooj 2024 festival gave significance to love and duty. It shows how powerful the bond of brother and sister is.

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Many Names

Bhai Tika, Bhaubeej, Bhai Phonta, and Bhratri Dwitiya are the other names that are used in different regions.

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