Bhau Beej

Marathi

Also known as: Bhai Dooj, Bhau Beej

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Bhau Beej

About Bhau Beej

Bhau Beej is celebrated on the second day of the bright fortnight in Kartik (October-November), two days after Diwali. It honours the bond between brothers and sisters.

Sisters apply tilak on their brothers' foreheads and pray for their long life. Brothers give gifts and vow to protect their sisters.

In Maharashtra, families gather for the ceremony, exchange gifts, and enjoy festive meals together.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

Bhau Beej is a celebration of sibling love rather than a fasting festival.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:

Sisters prepare or buy tilak materials for their brothers.
Apply tilak on brothers' foreheads and pray for their long life.
Brothers give gifts and vow to protect their sisters.
Share festive meals and celebrate together.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the significance of Bhau Beej?

Bhau Beej celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters pray for their brothers' long life, and brothers vow to protect their sisters.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.