Holika Dahan
होलिका दहन
Hindu month: फाल्गुन
About This Festival
Bonfire night before Holi — victory of good over evil
होली से एक रात पहले — बुराई पर अच्छाई की जीत
Significance
Commemorates the story of Prahlad and Holika — devotion to God triumphs over evil. The fire symbolizes burning away of sins and negativity.
Puja Vidhi (How to Observe)
Light the bonfire at the auspicious muhurat after sunset. Offer coconut, grains, and sesame to the fire. Perform parikrama (circumambulation) of the pyre. Pray for removal of negativity.
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