Bhai Dooj is also known as Bhau Beej, Bhatru Dwitiya, or Yama Dwitiya, will be celebrated with great devotion across India on Thursday, October 23. According to the Hindu Panchang, this sacred festival is observed on the Dwitiya Tithi (second day) of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik. Bhai Dooj marks the loving bond between brothers and sisters, symbolizing protection, blessings, and affection.
Bhai Dooj 2025 Date and Muhurat Time
| Festival | Date and Time |
| Bhai Dooj | Thursday, October 23, 2025 |
| Bhai Dooj Aparahna Time | 01:13 PM to 03:28 PM |
| Yama Dwitiya | Thursday, October 23, 2025 |
| Dwitiya Tithi Begins | 08:16 PM on Oct 22, 2025 |
| Dwitiya Tithi Ends | 10:46 PM on Oct 23, 2025 |
Bhai Dooj holds immense religious and emotional value in Hindu tradition. It is believed that on this day, Lord Yama, the God of Death, visited his sister Yamuna after a long separation. Yamuna welcomed her brother with an auspicious tilak and served him a delicious meal. Pleased by her love and devotion, Lord Yama blessed her and declared that any brother who receives a tilak from his sister on this day will be protected from untimely death.
Thus, Bhai Dooj is not just a festival of familial love but also a day to honor the divine bond between siblings, rooted in ancient Hindu scriptures.
Bhai Dooj 2025 Rituals and Puja Vidhi
The rituals of Bhai Dooj begin with sisters taking a holy bath early in the morning and observing a simple fast. They prepare a sacred thali containing roli, chawal, diya, sweets, and flowers.
The brother is then invited home, and the sister performs the following rituals:
- Applies a tilak of vermillion and rice on her brother’s forehead.
- Ties a kalawa (sacred thread) on his wrist.
- Performs aarti and prays for his long, happy, and prosperous life.
- Offers sweets and serves him food as a mark of love and gratitude.
In return, the brother gives his sister gifts, clothes, or money as a token of affection and blessings. This exchange strengthens the emotional and spiritual connection between siblings.
Why Bhai Dooj is Called Yama Dwitiya?
Bhai Dooj is also known as Yama Dwitiya because of its deep connection with the legend of Yama and Yamuna. According to ancient beliefs, bathing in the Yamuna River on this day is considered highly auspicious. It is said that this ritual washes away sins and grants long life, wealth, and peace.
Those who take a dip in holy rivers or perform tarpan (ritual offering) for their ancestors are believed to receive special blessings from Lord Yama. Scriptures mention that a brother who visits his sister and receives tilak on Bhai Dooj will be freed from the fear of Yama and attain longevity.
Spiritual Meaning of Bhai Dooj
Beyond its traditional observances, Bhai Dooj stands as a symbol of love, duty, and protection. It celebrates the sacred relationship between brothers and sisters, one that goes beyond worldly ties and carries divine significance. Sisters pray for their brothers’ happiness and wellbeing, while brothers promise to stand by their sisters in all circumstances.
This sacred bond, enriched with emotions, rituals, and blessings, continues to reflect the essence of Indian family values and cultural harmony.
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