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Bhai Dooj Yama Dwitiya Raksha Mantra
The sacred protection and sibling blessing mantra recited on Bhai Dooj / Yama Dwitiya (Kartik Shukla Dwitiya, November 11, 2026) by sisters while applying the auspicious vermilion tilak to their brothers for long life and well-being.
repeatJapa: 11x or 21x during Tilak Ceremony
scheduleMuhurtha: Bhai Dooj Aparahna Muhurtha (Afternoon, November 11, 2026)
adjustMala: Rudraksha or Sandalwood Mala
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Bhai Dooj Yama Dwitiya Raksha Mantra
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Devanagari Sanskrit text with accurate IAST phonetics
धर्मराज नमस्तुभ्यं नमस्ते यमुनाग्रज। पाहि मां सर्वदुःखेभ्यो दातारं सर्वसम्पदाम्॥ भ्रातस्तवानुजाताहं भुङ्क्ष्व भक्तमिमं शुभम्। प्रीतये यमराजस्य यमुनाया विशेषतः॥
Phonetic IAST Recitation
dharmarāja namastubhyaṁ namaste yamunāgraja | pāhi māṁ sarvaduḥkhebhyo dātāraṁ sarvasampadām || bhrātastavānujātāhaṁ bhuṅkṣva bhaktamimaṁ śubham | prītaye yamarājasya yamunāyā viśeṣataḥ ||
Spiritual Meaning & Translation
Salutations to Lord Dharmaraja (Yama), elder brother of the sacred river Yamuna. Protect us and our siblings from all distress, and bestow all righteous blessings. Dear brother, I am your beloved sister; partake of this auspicious festive feast prepared with devotion, for the supreme satisfaction and grace of Yamaraja and Yamuna Devi.
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Scriptural & Metaphysical Significance
On this day, Yamuna entertained her brother Yamaraja with a sumptuous feast. Delighted by her boundless affection, Lord Yama granted the boon that any brother who receives tilak and food from his sister on Yama Dwitiya shall never suffer premature death or fear the god of death.
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Benefits & Phalashruti
Traditional blessings and psychological impacts of devoted practice
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Guarantees protection against untoward accidents, chronic illnesses, and premature death.
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Strengthens unbreakable bonds of unconditional affection and trust among siblings.
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Dissolves familial disputes, misunderstandings, and generational distress.
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Bestows peace of mind, righteous longevity, and spiritual protection.
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Agamic Sadhana Vidhi & Protocol
Classical parameters for optimal vibratory alignment and japa siddhi
Japa Rosary (Mala)
Rudraksha or Sandalwood Mala
Recommended Count
11x or 21x
Auspicious Muhurtha
Yama Dwitiya Aparahna Muhurtha (November 11, 2026)
Facing Direction
Brother faces North/East; Sister faces South/West
Asana (Seat Insulation)
Clean wooden chowki and woolen asana
Step-by-Step Japa Procedure
1
Seat the brother upon a decorated wooden chowki with an auspicious rice and turmeric rangoli.
2
Apply vermilion (roli), sandalwood, and unbroken rice grains (akshat) upon the brother's forehead.
3
Tie the sacred protective thread (kalawa) around his wrist and offer sweets and coconut (gola).
4
Recite the Yama Dwitiya mantra holding Aarti thaali with love and prayers for his long life.
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