Quick Information
Month
October-November
Duration
1 Day
Calendar
Lunar
Deity
Yama/Yamuna
About Bhai Dooj
Bhai Dooj (भाई दूज) is one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar. Celebration of brother-sister bond.
This festival is dedicated to Yama/Yamuna and follows the Lunar calendar tradition. It is celebrated over 1 day, typically in October-November.
Muhurat & Timings
The auspicious timings for Bhai Dooj puja vary each year based on planetary positions. For accurate muhurat timings:
Rituals & Traditions
The key rituals performed during Bhai Dooj include:
Tilak
Gift exchange
Family feast
How to Celebrate
- Tilak: An important tradition during Bhai Dooj celebrations.
- Gift exchange: An important tradition during Bhai Dooj celebrations.
- Family feast: An important tradition during Bhai Dooj celebrations.
Regional Celebrations
Bhai Dooj is celebrated across India with special enthusiasm in:
All India
North India
Each region has unique traditions and ways of celebrating this auspicious occasion.
Astrological Significance
From a Vedic astrology perspective, Bhai Dooj holds special importance:
- Associated with Yama/Yamuna's blessings and cosmic energies
- Considered auspicious for starting new ventures on this day
- Planetary alignments during this festival bring divine blessings and positive energy
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