Happy Holi Significance of Holi Holi is one of the oldest festivals of India. There are many interesting stories associated with the festivals origin as one moves across the different states from North to South and East to West. Paintings and scriptures depict the roots of the festival. Mythology plays a very important part in narrating the festival of Holi. The most popular stories of Holi origin relates to Holika Dahan and Legend of Radha-Krishan. Story of Holika Integrally entwined with Holi, is the tradition of Holika Dahan, which is actually lighting of bonfires. The ritual is symbolic of victory of good over evil and has its root in the legend of demon king Hiranyakashyap who wished to end his blessed son, Prahlads life with the help of his sister, Holika who burnt in the fir and no harm occurred to Prahlad. Since then the day is celebrated in victory of good over bad. Story of Radha and Krishan The legend of Radha and Krishna is closely linked with this tradition of colors on Holi. Young Krishna, who had a dark complexion was jealous of his beloved Radhas extremely fair skin. In a mischievous mood, he applied color on Radhas face. Following this ancient legend, lovers till date long to color their beloved as an expression of love.
Posted on: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 07:24:39 +0000