Why do Hindus celebrate Bhai Dooj?
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Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhaiya Dooj, Bhau-Beej, or Yama Dwitiya, is a Hindu festival celebrated to honor the bond between brothers and sisters. It typically falls on the second day after Diwali, marking the end of the five-day Diwali festival. Bhai Dooj is observed for several reasons:
1. Strengthening Sibling Bonds: Bhai Dooj is primarily a celebration of the special and unique relationship between brothers and sisters. It is a day to strengthen the bond of love and affection that exists between them. Brothers and sisters express their love and care for each other during this festival.
2. Mythological Significance:
One of the most well-known stories associated with Bhai Dooj is the legend of Lord Yama, the god of death, and his sister Yamuna (also known as Yami). According to this legend, when Lord Yama visited his sister Yami after a long separation, she lovingly applied tilak (vermillion mark) on his forehead, offered him sweets, and prayed for his well-being. In return, Lord Yama gave her a gift and blessed her.
This story is often cited as the reason for the tradition of sisters applying tilak on their brothers' foreheads and brothers giving gifts to their sisters on Bhai Dooj. It also symbolizes the sisters' prayers for their brothers' long and happy lives.
3. Protection and Well-Wishing: Brothers and sisters use Bhai Dooj as an opportunity to express their love, concern, and good wishes for each other. Brothers often promise to protect and support their sisters throughout their lives.
4. Reunion and Family Gathering: Bhai Dooj is a time for family reunions, as siblings come together to celebrate the festival. It is an occasion for families to spend time with each other, exchange gifts, and enjoy special meals.
5. Traditions and Rituals: On Bhai Dooj, sisters perform aarti (a ceremonial prayer) for their brothers and apply a tilak on their foreheads. Brothers, in turn, give gifts to their sisters as a token of their love and appreciation. The exchange of gifts symbolizes the bond of giving and receiving.
6. Variety of Celebrations: The way Bhai Dooj is celebrated may vary across different regions of India, but the core theme of celebrating the brother-sister relationship remains the same. In some regions, it is also associated with the worship of cows, as cows are considered sacred in Hinduism and are believed to be related to Lord Krishna.
Dooj is a joyous Hindu festival that celebrates the love, care, and mutual support between brothers and sisters. It is a day for strengthening family bonds and expressing affection for one another. The rituals and customs associated with Bhai Dooj vary, but they all revolve around the central theme of sibling love and protection.
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