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Holi is a religious spring festival celebrated by Hindus. Holi is also known as festival of Colours.
The legend on King Hiranyakashipu is one of the explanations Hindus look back to. The King condemned his son, Prahlad, from worshipping the god Vishnu. However, he continued to pray to him. Filled with anger, the King made a challenge to his son. He was to sit on a pyre along with his aunt Holika, believed to be unharmed by fire. The son accepted the challenge, praying to Vishnu to protect him. As the fire began, Holika was burnt to a crisp but Prahlad lived and was unharmed. This burning of Holika is the reason why Holi exists.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoHoli is celebrated due to the sister of Hiranya kashipu,Holi.She was really a great person.
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Where is holi celebrated?
holi is celebrated in india
What does the abbreviation holi stand for?
Holi is a day that is celebrated in India. Holi celebrates the spring around February or March. The abbreviation "holi" can be used short for holiday.
When is Holi celebrated?
Every Holi-day! :) But seriously, folks: "Holi" derives from "Holy". Some people aspire to "Keep every day Holy before the Lord".
How long does the Holi festival of color last?
Holi lasts for one day only in India, and everywhere else it is celebrated.
Which festival is also celebrated by the name of dol purnima?
holi
Which among Holi and Diwali is more popular festival?
Diwali is definitely more popular than Holi. Diwali is not only celebrated by Hindus, but also celebrated by Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists. Also, Diwali is celebrated in many countries.
What are some holidays celebrated in India?
Makara,Diwali,Holi,PongalHindu
When is the festival of holi in 2012?
Holi is on the 1st of March this year. Have fun!
What was the Date of Holi in 1979?
In hindu mythology Holi is the festival of colors.The date of Holi festival in 1939 was 6th MArch.
What day date the hindu festival holi was celebrated in 1971?
what was the date of Hindu festival Holi in 1966?
What is the famous festival of Nepal?
Fagu Purnima or Holi is a Hindu festival celebrated in Nepal.
What was the date of Hindu Festival Holi in 1947?
The date of Hindu Festival Holi in 1947 is 7th March.Holi is a religious festival celebrated by Hindus all over the world. Holi is considered as second biggest festival on Hindu calendar after Diwali. Holi is also known as festival of Colors.
