HENNAGARA, Karnataka: Brahma Kumaris, CENTRE DIDI BK SAMPOORNA Bangalore HAD Shared spiritual informations and An experience-sharing by “BK Dr. Anil Bathija Bhaiji“, Additional Dean & Professor, GMERS Medical College, Gujarat.He is a Gold Medalist in Anatomy, Member of the Medical Wing of RERF and the Anatomical Society of India, and was honoured with the “Atma-Swasthya Sri Award.”
A deeply spiritual soul who beautifully integrates medical science with spirituality for holistic healing.
& by “Bk.Yash pal Bhaiji” (Madhuban)
Bhai Dooj is celebrated to honor the special bond between brothers and sisters, with sisters performing rituals for their brothers’ well-being and brothers promising to protect them. According to legend, the festival’s origins stem from Lord Krishna visiting his sister Subhadra after defeating a demon, or from the god Yama visiting his sister Yamuna, who blessed her brother and, in turn, was blessed with a boon for longevity for all brothers who receive a tilak from their sisters on this day. The festival reinforces familial love through prayers, gifts, and time spent together.
Honoring sibling love: The main purpose of the festival is to celebrate the unique and lifelong relationship between siblings.
Sisters’ blessings: Sisters perform aarti (a form of worship), apply a tilak (a ceremonial mark) on their brothers’ foreheads, and pray for their long life, health, and prosperity.
Brothers’ protection and gifts: In return, brothers give their sisters gifts as a token of love and affection and vow to protect them.
Mythological origins:
Lord Krishna and Subhadra: One popular legend says that after defeating the demon Narakasura, Lord Krishna visited his sister Subhadra. She welcomed him, applied a tilak on his forehead, and celebrated the occasion, which is believed to have started the tradition.
Yama and Yamuna: Another story tells of Yama, the god of death, visiting his sister Yamuna. She welcomed him with rituals, and he blessed her and declared that brothers who receive a tilak from their sisters on this day would have long and prosperous lives.
Strengthening family ties: Beyond the rituals, it is a day for families to come together, share meals, exchange gifts, and reinforce their bonds of love and mutual care.
