When will Bhai Dooj be celebrated this year?
Bhai Dooj: The festival of Bhai Dooj is celebrated two days after Diwali. The festival of Bhai Dooj is celebrated on the second day of Shukla Paksha of Kartik month. It is believed that on this day the sister applies Roli, Chandan and Akshat on her brother’s forehead and wishes for his brother’s long life. Like Rakshabandhan, Bhai Dooj festival also has special significance in Hindu religion. In many places in the country, Bhai Dooj festival is also known as Bhai Tika festival or Yam Dutiya.
When will the festival of Bhai Dooj be celebrated?
According to the Hindu calendar, the auspicious time of Bhai Dooj Puja is from 01:10 PM to 03:19 PM on 14 November 2023. This year, Shobhan Yoga is also being formed on the occasion of Bhai Dooj. Which is considered very auspicious. Uday Tithi also has special significance in Hindu astrology. In such a situation, the festival of Bhai Dooj can also be celebrated on 15th November as per Uday Tithi.
Mythological beliefs about Bhai Dooj
There is a mythological belief about the festival of Bhai Dooj that Lord Yama had gone to his sister Yamuna’s house for food. During these days it is believed that all brothers should visit their sisters-in-law. Unmarried sisters should apply tilak to their brothers at home. Lord Ganesha should be meditated and worshiped on this day. To apply Tilak to your brother, keep Roli, Akshat and Gola in a plate. Brothers should also give some gifts to their sisters.
