Janai Purnima
NepaliAlso known as: Raksha Bandhan, Sacred Thread Festival
Janai Purnima
About Janai Purnima
Janai Purnima is celebrated on the full moon day in Shravan (July-August). It is the day when Hindu men change their sacred thread (janai) and renew their spiritual vows.
On this day, Brahmin priests tie a sacred thread (raksha sutra) on the wrists of men and women as a protective bond and a reminder of their spiritual duties.
In Nepal, the festival is also celebrated as Raksha Bandhan, where sisters tie rakhi on their brothers' wrists, symbolising the bond of love and protection.
Devotees take holy dips in rivers and perform special pujas.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Devotees observe a light fast and perform the sacred thread renewal rituals.
- Take a holy bath in a river or sacred water body.
- Change the sacred thread (janai) with proper mantras.
- Tie the raksha sutra on the wrists.
- Perform special Vishnu and Shiva pujas.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the sacred thread rituals and puja.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Take a holy bath before sunrise.
- Receive the new sacred thread from the priest with mantras.
- Tie the raksha sutra on the wrists.
- Perform Vishnu puja and distribute prasad.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The janai is a sacred thread worn by Hindu men, symbolising their spiritual vows and duties. It is renewed annually on Janai Purnima.
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.
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