Holika (Sanskrit: होलिका, IAST: Holikā), also known as Simhika, is an asuri in Hinduism. She is the sister of the asura-kings Hiranyakashipu and Hiranyaksha, and the paternal aunt of Prahlada. [1] The legend of Holika Dahan (Holika's burning) signifies the …

2025年3月14日 · There was once a demon king by the name of Hiranyakashyap who won over the kingdom of earth. He was so egoistic that he commanded everybody in his kingdom to worship only him. But to his great disappointment, his son, Prahlad became an ardent devotee of Lord Naarayana and refused to worship his father.

The story of Holika and Prahlad teaches us that goodness, faith, and courage always win. As we celebrate Holi 2025 , let’s remember to: Be kind and truthful

…fire by the female demon Holika, the embodiment of evil, who was believed to be immune to the ravages of fire. Through Vishnu’s intervention, Prahlada emerged unharmed, while Holika was burned to ashes. The bonfires are intended to commemorate this event or rather to reiterate the triumph of virtue and… Read More

And to this day, at Holi time, fires are lit and as they look into the flickering flames people remember the story of Holika and Prahlad and how good triumphs over evil. By Sue Reid Once in India...

Holika Dahan (Sanskrit: होलिका दहन, romanized: Holikā Dahana, lit. 'Burning of Holika'), rendered Holika Dahanam in Sanskrit or Chotti Holi, is a Hindu festival in which a bonfire is lit to celebrate the burning of the demoness, Holika [2] This …

2021年3月27日 · Holika Dahan ceremony is an integral part of the Holi festival. A night before Holi, people lit a huge bonfire known as Holika Dahan to commemorate the burning of the Demoness Holika, the sister of Demon King Hiranyakashyap. This year, the Holika Dahan ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2021.

Holika (Sanskrit: होलिका) was a demoness in Hindu Vedic scriptures, who was burnt to death with the help of God Vishnu. She was the sister of King Hiranyakashipu and aunt of Prahlad. The story of Holika Dahan (Holika's death) signifies the triumph of good over evil.

2024年4月22日 · Holika, also known as Holika or Holi Mata, is a figure in Hindu mythology who is primarily associated with the festival of Holi and the ritual of Holika Dahan. She plays a central role in the legend of Prahlad and Hiranyakashipu. Holika was the sister of the demon king Hiranyakashipu and the aunt of Prahlad.

2025年3月13日 · Discover the mythological story behind Holika Dahan! Learn why we burn Holika and how Prahlad's devotion led to the triumph of good over evil. Uncover the significance of this ancient ritual.