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A Relationship That Exudes Pure Love is Bhai Dooj

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  The five-day Diwali celebrations begin with Dhanteras and culminate with a celebration of the bond between siblings on this final day. The Diwali festival is like Raksha Bandhan. Brothers pledge to safeguard sisters and pray for the long life and success of their brothers. The celebration is observed at the end of the second night, when the moon is full. This second day of the festival is referred to as 'Dooj' or "Dwitiya and hence giving the festival its name Bhai Dooj or Bhathru Dwithiya. Importance and Meaning  A majority of Hindu ceremonies and festivals emphasize the significance of family bonds and friendships. Even though every relationship has value, the bond between siblings is special, unparalleled, and distinctive. Hindu tradition has shown the strength and magnificence of this wonderful relationship in many different forms, and the Bhai Dooj festival is an iconic example. The holy festival also demonstrates the significance of having siblings in a person'...