Sat Nov 02 14:13:12 UTC 2024: ## Bhai Dooj 2024: Celebrate the Special Bond Between Siblings on November 3rd

The vibrant festival of Bhai Dooj, celebrated annually to honour the loving bond between siblings, falls on November 3, 2024 this year.

Also known as Yama Dwitiya, the festival is steeped in rich traditions and heartfelt rituals. The Dwitiya Tithi, or auspicious time for the festival, begins at 8:21 PM on November 2nd and ends at 10:05 PM on November 3rd. However, the main celebrations are best observed on November 3rd according to Udaya Tithi. The most auspicious time for the ceremonial tilak, where sisters apply a mark on their brother’s forehead, will be from 1:10 PM to 3:22 PM, providing a dedicated window of 2 hours and 12 minutes for the ritual.

Bhai Dooj is not merely a festival; it is a profound expression of love and duty. Sisters pray for their brothers’ longevity and success by applying the ceremonial tilak, while brothers reciprocate with gifts. The festival’s roots can be traced back to legends involving Yamaraj, the god of death, and his sister, Yamuna, who welcomed him warmly and received blessings in return. This act of devotion symbolises the protective bond that siblings share.

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