The power of this festival also saved the life of a king you’ve probably heard of – Alexander the Great. Circa 320 BC, Alexander was busy conquering much of the known world and had turned his sights toward the Indian subcontinent. The Paurava king Puru (also known as Porus) was a warrior king and was fiercely resisting Alexander’s advances. His wife Roxana had heard of the festival and approached King Puru. He accepted the bond and spared Alexander’s life during the war.
Raksha Bandhan has been celebrated across generations over centuries. The ties that bind brothers and sisters also connect us to our past. This Raksha Bandhan, celebrate the beautiful festival that honours the family with William Penn’s stunning Raksha Bandhan catalogue.