Name
This Punjabi word means "threads woven together to form a bracelet."
What is Rakhri?
Rakhri celebrates the bond between these two people.
Who are brothers and sisters?
According to Hindu myths, Rakhri has been practiced since this time period.
What is the first millennium?
This small plate prepared by the sister contains items like a diva, rice, sweets and a rakhri thread.
What is a puja thali?
Rakhri follows this type of calendar to determine its date each year.
What is the Hindu lunar calendar?
What does the Hindi word "Raksha" translate to?
What is "Protection"?
The rakhri bracelet on a brother's wrist symbolizes this responsibility.
What is protecting his sister?
This kingdom was being attacked by Bahadur Shah, the Sultan of Gujarat
What is Merwar?
This ritual is performed when the sister circles a diva in front of her brother while praying for his health and happiness.
What is aarti?
Rakhri always falls on the full moon day known by this name.
What is Puranmashi?
This Hindi phrase, meaning "to tie a bond of protection," is another name for Rakhi.
What is Raksha Bandhan?
Rakhri serves as a reminder to do these two things for your sibling.
What is love and respect?
In the 18th century, the Khalsa Army received this from farmers in exchange for protection.
What is a portion of their harvest?
This red mark placed on the brother's forehead symbolizes blessing and good fortune.
What is a tikka?
Rakhri takes place in this month of the Hindu calendar, also known as Shravana.
What is Sawan?