Bhai Dooj 2024: Know date, timings, rituals, wishes, quotes, status and more on Bhau Beej

Happy Bhai Dooj 2024 date, timings, wishes & status: Bhai Dooj, also called Bhau Beej, Bhai Phonta, Bhai Tika, or Yamadvitiya, is a significant Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. It is observed on the second lunar day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik, as per the Vikram Samvat Hindu calendar. This joyous occasion marks the end of the Diwali celebrations and is filled with traditional rituals and love between siblings.

Bhai Dooj 2024: Date and Timings

Bhai Dooj 2024 will take place on the Dwitiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha, Kartik month. In 2024, Bhai Dooj will be celebrated on Sunday, November 3rd. Here are the important timings:

• Dwitiya Tithi Begins: November 2, 2024, at 08:21 PM
• Dwitiya Tithi Ends: November 3, 2024, at 10:05 PM
• Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time: November 3, 2024, from 01:17 PM to 03:38 PM

Make sure to perform the Bhai Dooj rituals during the Aparahna time to reap the maximum blessings.

Bhai Dooj 2024 Rituals and Traditions

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The rituals of Bhai Dooj are similar across different regions, but each state brings its unique cultural twist. On this day, sisters invite their brothers for a grand meal and perform a special ritual called tilak.

Sisters prepare a seat for their brothers using rice flour. Once the brother is seated, a paste made of vermillion (sindoor), yogurt (dahi), and rice is applied on his forehead as a symbolic tika. Then, the sister places betel leaves, betel nuts, coins, and a flower in the brother¡¯s palm and pours water over them while chanting sacred mantras.

After this, the sister ties a sacred thread called Kalawa on her brother¡¯s wrist and performs an aarti to bless him. Finally, brothers and sisters exchange gifts, followed by a delicious meal. This ritual signifies the sister¡¯s prayers for her brother¡¯s long life and well-being, while the brother vows to protect her from harm.

Significance of Bhai Dooj

Bhai Dooj holds deep cultural significance. It strengthens the bond of love and trust between siblings. Sisters pray for their brothers' prosperity and long life, while brothers promise to protect and care for their sisters. This day celebrates family ties and the importance of sibling relationships, making it a cherished festival across the country.

How Bhai Dooj is Celebrated in Different Regions

Bhai Dooj, also known as Bhau Beej in Maharashtra and Goa, has different names and customs across India.

In West Bengal, it is called Bhai Phonta, where sisters fast until they perform the tilak ceremony for their brothers. After the tilak, the brothers present gifts to their sisters as a token of their love.

In Maharashtra and Goa, sisters finish the tilak ceremony in the evening and offer prayers for their brothers' well-being. In Uttar Pradesh, sisters give their brothers a dried coconut after applying tilak. In Nepal, Bhai Dooj is known as Bhai Tihar, and the celebration involves similar customs with added cultural elements.

Stories Behind Bhai Dooj

The origins of Bhai Dooj are rooted in two popular stories:

Lord Krishna and Subhadra: After defeating the demon Narakasura, Lord Krishna visited his sister Subhadra. She welcomed him with sweets, and flowers, and performed a tilak ceremony to express her affection and blessings. This event is believed to have inspired the Bhai Dooj celebration.

Yama and Yamuna: According to legend, Yama, the God of Death, visited his sister Yamuna on the day of Bhai Dooj. She performed a tilak on him, offered special dishes, and they exchanged gifts. Touched by his sister's love, Yama granted her a boon, promising to visit her every year on this day. He also declared that any brother who receives a tilak from his sister on Bhai Dooj would be blessed with a long and prosperous life. This is why Bhai Dooj is also known as Yamadvitiya in southern India.

Bhai Dooj 2024: A Celebration of Sibling Love

Bhai Dooj 2024 will be an opportunity for brothers and sisters to come together and strengthen their bond. The celebration not only involves rituals but also signifies mutual love, respect, and protection. Sisters across India will perform the tilak ceremony, wishing their brothers well, while brothers will give their sisters heartfelt gifts in return.

Best Happy Bhai Dooj 2024 wishes, messages and quotes to share on WhatsApp

• Happy Bhai Dooj 2024! May this special day bring you and your sibling closer together. Cherish every moment spent together and create memories that will last a lifetime. Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of family.
• Wishing you a joyful Bhai Dooj 2024! May the bond between you and your brother/sister grow stronger with each passing year. May this day be filled with delightful moments and the promise of a lifetime of support and affection.
• Happy Bhai Dooj to my dear sibling! On this special day, I pray that our bond of love continues to thrive. May we always stand by each other, support one another, and share countless happy moments together.
• To my wonderful brother/sister, Happy Bhai Dooj 2024! May this festival bring you all the joy and happiness in the world. Here¡¯s to celebrating the special bond we share and looking forward to many more beautiful moments together.
• On this Bhai Dooj, I want to express how grateful I am for having you in my life. You are not just a sibling but a true friend and confidant. May our relationship continue to grow stronger, and may we always support and love each other.
• Happy Bhai Dooj! May this day be a reminder of the unique and beautiful bond we share. As we celebrate this festival, let¡¯s cherish our memories and look forward to creating many more together. Sending you lots of love and best wishes.
• Wishing you a wonderful Bhai Dooj 2024! May the love and affection between us always be as strong as it is today. Let¡¯s celebrate this day with joy and gratitude for the special connection we have.
• Happy Bhai Dooj to my dearest sibling! As we observe this beautiful festival, I want you to know how much you mean to me. May our bond of love and support continue to shine brightly, today and always.
• On Bhai Dooj 2024, I am reminded of how fortunate I am to have you as my brother/sister. Your presence in my life is a blessing, and I look forward to celebrating many more festivals together with you. Wishing you a day filled with joy and love.
• Happy Bhai Dooj! May this special day be filled with the joy of our bond and the happiness of being together. Let¡¯s make the most of every moment and create lasting memories that we will cherish forever.
• On this Bhai Dooj, I wish that your life will be loaded with love and laughter all along with richness. Happy Bhai Dooj, dear bro/sis!
• Brothers like you make life a little more colourful. Happy Bhai Dooj 2024!
• May your Bhai Dooj be full of blessings with success. May all of your desires come true and become accomplished.
• May our bond only grow stronger with each passing year. Happy Bhaubeej!
• "Your siblings are the only people in the world who know what it's like to have been brought up the way you were." - Betsy Cohen
• Cheers to the memories we've created together and the ones still to come. Happy Bhai Dooj, dear brother!
• Together we make the perfect team! Happy Bhai Dooj to my favourite partner in crime!
• Brothers like you make life¡¯s journey worthwhile. Here¡¯s to our unbreakable bond. Happy Bhai Dooj 2024!
• Bhai Dooj is a festival of prayers from sister to brother, brother¡¯s protection for her sister. May this year, we all celebrate it with even more love and protection for our sisters and brothers. Best wishes on this Bhai Dooj.
• "Be nice to your siblings, they're your best link to your past and the most likely to stay with you in the future." - Baz Lurhmann
• Cheers to the countless memories we've created together. Happy Bhai Dooj, dear brother!
• The bond between a brother and sister is unbreakable. Cherish it always. Happy Bhai Dooj 2024!
• You & I are like Tom & Jerry fighting and giggling all day long. No matter how old we grow, we will still keep the madness alive in our relationships. Happy Bhai Dooj Bro!!!
• Sending you all the love and good wishes in the world on Bhai Dooj. May your life be full of love and happiness.
• The love between siblings is a bond that lasts a lifetime. Happy Bhai Dooj!
• Thanks for being the best sibling any person could ask for. Happy Bhai Dooj!
• Celebrating the bond that makes life¡¯s journey beautiful. Happy Bhai Dooj to my wonderful brother!
• "There's no other love like the love for a brother. There's no other love like the love from a brother."- Terri Guillemets
• Brothers are protectors, sisters are the best friends. Happy Bhai Dooj!
• May this Bhai Dooj strengthen our bond and fill our hearts with joy and love.
• May our bond of love and friendship grow stronger with each passing year. Happy Bhai Dooj 2024!
• "Our siblings. They resemble us just enough to make all their differences confusing and Love no matter what we choose to make of this, we are cast in relation to them our whole lives long." - Susan Scarf Merrell
• Happy Bhai Dooj! You¡¯re not just my sister but also my lifelong friend!
• Happy Bhai Dooj! May your life be filled with happiness, success, and everything you desire!
• My heart is full of gratitude towards you on Bhai Dooj. Thanks for being such an awesome sibling!
• From the tilak and my prayer, I wish you endless success and happiness on this Bhai Dooj 2024.
• Wishing you a day full of joy and memories. Happy Bhai Dooj, dear sister!
• Happy Bhai Dooj! And finally, this proves I'm the cool sibling!
• Happy Bhai Dooj! To that one who annoys me the most but loves me best.
• Happy Bhai Dooj! You may be annoying, but life would be boring without you!
• On this Bhai Dooj, I celebrate the bond we share and the love that keeps us strong.

This festive day is a reminder of the unbreakable connection between siblings and the special place they hold in each other's hearts. Don¡¯t forget to mark your calendars for November 3rd, 2024, and celebrate this beautiful festival with your loved ones.

(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)

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