Om Rakhi
"OM" is the most sacred symbol of Hindu religion which
signifies the absolute "Brahma". Its significance is amplified
in ancient Vedic texts. It incorporates within it the power of Vishnu,
Brahma, and Mahesh. "Om" Rakhi is one of the most popular
forms of religious variety Rakhi which gives spiritualistic feeling to
the Rakhi festival. Though this Rakhi has religious connotation, it
looks beautiful work of art when it is set in beautiful patterns and
designs.
Different types of materials that are used for making Om Rakhi are
plastics, metals like steel, brass and copper, precious metals like
golds and silvers etc. Sometimes Om Rakhi is carved using silken
threads, beads, crystals etc of different colors that makes Rakhi
beautiful. 'Om' Rakhi looks very attractive when it is decked with fancy
ribbon, silk dial and silk thread. Because of its artistic look, fancy
design combined with various materials like beads, metals and stones, Om
Rakhi is getting very popular nowadays.