More than a billion people follow the religion of Hinduism. It is one of the major world religions. Every August, Hindus through
out the world celebrate Raksha Bandhan. This holiday honors the relationship between sisters and brothers. During Raksha Bandhan, sisters tie a protective thread, called rakhi, around the right wrist of their brothers. Brothers give gifts and promise protection to their sisters. The word "rakshabandhan" means "tie of protection." As sisters tied the rakhi, they repeat words and phrases in the Sanskrit language that are meant to protect their brother from harm. Sanskrit is an ancient language in which many religious texts were written. Based on the article, celebrating the holiday of Raksha Bandhan shows the cultural value of—
The American way of life or the American way refers to the American nationalist ethos that adheres to the principle of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. At the center of the American way is the belief in an American Dream that is claimed to be achievable by any American through hard work.
