Happy Raksha Bandhan
A thread that protects. A gesture that gives back.
This Raksha Bandhan, choose a Rakhi that carries more than a promise.
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Crafted with purpose
Skill, patience, and heart
At Antar, we believe that what we receive is only one part of the journey. What we choose to give back matters just as much.
With every Rakhi you choose, a part of your purchase goes back to supporting these girls and their work.
The meaning of Raksha Bandhan
Raksha means protection. Bandhan means bond.
The festival also reflects family and togetherness, love and respect, responsibility, blessings and prayers, dharma and compassion.
The Rakhi ritual
Celebrate with intention
2. Light the Diya
3. Apply Tilak
4. Tie the Rakhi
5. Offer Aarti
6. Exchange Blessings & Gifts
7. Share Sweets
Festival information
Before you order
Festival order cutoff: Till 5th Sept
Return policy: No refund, no exchange
Frequently asked questions
About Raksha Bandhan
What is Raksha Bandhan?
Raksha Bandhan, or Rakhi, is a traditional Indian festival celebrating the bond of love, care, respect, and togetherness between siblings. A sister traditionally ties a sacred Rakhi around her brother’s wrist and offers prayers for his well-being.
What does the word “Raksha Bandhan” mean?
“Raksha” means protection and “Bandhan” means bond. The festival represents the sacred bond of love, care, responsibility, and mutual support between siblings.
Why do we celebrate Raksha Bandhan?
Rakhi is celebrated to honour the special relationship between siblings. It is a time to express love, gratitude, blessings, and commitment to always support one another.
What is the traditional Rakhi ritual?
Light Diya → Tilak → Akshat → Tie Rakhi → Aarti → Exchange Blessings → Share Sweets. The exact customs may vary between families and regions.
What should be kept in a Rakhi Puja Thali?
A traditional thali may include Rakhi, roli or kumkum, akshat (rice), diya, flowers, sweets, and optional gifts. Families may follow their own traditions and customs.
What is the significance of applying Tilak during Rakhi?
Tilak is traditionally applied as a symbol of auspiciousness, blessings, and good wishes for the person’s well-being and prosperity.
Why is rice (Akshat) used during the Rakhi ritual?
Akshat, or unbroken rice grains, is traditionally associated with wholeness, abundance, and auspicious blessings and is commonly used during Hindu rituals and puja.
What is the significance of tying the Rakhi?
The Rakhi represents the sacred bond between siblings. It is a reminder of love, care, respect, protection, and the promise to stand by one another.
Is Rakhi only about a brother protecting his sister?
Traditionally, Raksha Bandhan is often described through the idea of a brother’s protection. However, its deeper meaning extends to mutual love, care, respect, emotional support, and responsibility between siblings.
Does the sister have to perform the Rakhi ritual in a specific way?
There is no single mandatory way to celebrate Rakhi. Families and communities follow different customs. The essence of the celebration is love, blessings, gratitude, and togetherness.
Can Rakhi be celebrated if siblings live far apart?
Yes. Rakhi can be celebrated even when siblings are in different cities or countries. The Rakhi can be sent as a gift, and siblings can perform the ritual together through a video call.
What should the brother do after the Rakhi is tied?
Traditionally, the brother receives the Rakhi and blessings, offers a gift or token of love to his sister, and both siblings share sweets and celebrate together.
What is the significance of sweets during Raksha Bandhan?
Sharing sweets is a traditional way of celebrating joy, affection, and auspiciousness and adds sweetness to the occasion.
Can Rakhi be tied to someone other than a biological brother?
Yes. Rakhi can represent a meaningful bond of care, respect, and affection, and is sometimes celebrated between cousins, adopted siblings, or people who share a sibling-like relationship.
What is the spiritual meaning of Raksha Bandhan?
Beyond the ritual, Raksha Bandhan reminds us to value relationships, practice gratitude, care for one another, and honour our responsibilities toward those we love.
This Raksha Bandhan, tie a thread of love on your brother’s wrist, and let that same thread carry a little goodness forward.
Celebrate the bond. Support a craft. Pass the goodness on.
Happy Raksha Bandhan, Antar
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