Raksha Bandhan is a joyous occasion celebrated across the world, honouring the brother-sister relationship. The day is celebrated by sisters tying a sacred thread called a Rakhi around their brother’s wrist. It is a sacred expression of pure love and affection. This holy day falls on August 19, 2024. It is very important to perform the ritual at the right time. Here are the details of an ideal Shubh Muhurat for tying a Rakhi wherever you are, be it the US, UK, Canada or UAE.
Auspicious time in America
Monday, August 19, is Raksha Bandhan in the US. The rakhi threading ceremony will take place from 6:11 AM to 2:25 PM, allowing a large crowd enough time to practice the custom. The Aparana time of 2:21 PM to 2:25 PM is considered the ideal time to tie a rakhi for those who want to tie it at the most powerful and pious moment. It is interesting to note that there is no time clash as the inauspicious Bhadra period ends before sunrise.
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Auspicious times in the UK
The Raksha Bandhan thread ceremony can be performed in the UK from 9am to 7.25pm on August 19. The key time to perform the ritual is Aparana time, from 2.39pm to 5.33pm. The Bhadra period ends at 9am, so a morning ritual also makes sense.
Auspicious times in Canada
In Canada, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on Wednesday, August 19. The most auspicious time to tie a rakhi is between 8:21 am and 6:35 pm. During this time, brothers can take part in the ritual for 10 hours and 13 minutes. In Canada, the Bhadra period ends at 8:21 am, allowing for a full day of celebration.
Auspicious times in the UAE
In the UAE, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on August 19. The rituals take place from 12 pm to 9.03 pm. The best time to do it is Aparana time, between 1.40 pm to 4.15 pm. It is best to start after 12 pm as this is the time when the Bhadra period ends and it is not the best time to tie a Rakhi.
FAQ:
When is the best time to tie a Rakhi in USA for Raksha Bandhan 2024?
The Aparana period from 2:21 PM to 2:25 PM is the best time to tie a rakhi in the US. Can I tie a rakhi in the morning in UAE on Raksha Bandhan 2024?
In the UAE, it is best to wait to begin the Rakhi rituals until after noon, when the inauspicious Bhadra period ends.
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