Raksha Bandhan, The Brahma Kumari Way
THE Rotary Club of Bombay celebrated Raksha Bandhan at both our Ananda Yaan centres in Byculla and Dr. E. Moses Road. The event was conducted by followers of the Brahma Kumari movement and coordinated by our project partners, Dignity Foundation.
The speakers explained the true meaning of Raksha Bandhan and how it is not necessary for just the brother to protect the sister.
One does not need to have a social relationship to tie a rakhi. The thread is not just a thread; it becomes a relationship. It makes the relationship stronger. The most important part of the ritual is tying the thread and giving each other blessings. Gifts are not necessary.
It was a beautiful moment at the centre as members tied rakhis to one another. Ladies tied rakhis to other ladies and took vows to protect each other. Few eyes were left dry as members wiped away tears too.
THERE ARE DIFFERENT TYPES OF PROTECTORS: A SOLDIER PROTECTS THE NATION, A PARENT PROTECTS THEIR CHILD, A SISTER PROTECTS HER SISTER AND A NEIGHBOUR CAN PROTECT ANOTHER NEIGHBOUR.