Sri Noopurlaya, under the guidance of guru Lalitha Ganapathi, a senior disciple of veteran dancer-scholar Padma Subrahmanyam, ...
There are several legends of Holika Dahan but the one that is most popularly told is about Prahlada, the son of demon Hiranyakashipu. Prahlada was a great devotee of Lord Vishnu. According to ...
Holika Dahan, celebrated on March 13, 2025, marks the triumph of good over evil. The festival involves lighting bonfires to symbolize the destruction of the demon Holika and the rescue of Prahlada. It ...
Grand Valley State University’s Indian Association celebrated Holi with an evening of music, dance and rejuvenation. The free ...
Celebrated on the 12th day of Falgun, it marks Lord Vishnu’s incarnation to save Prahlada and defeat Hiranyakashipu. Devotees seek blessings for protection, health, and fulfillment of desires ...
Holi's origins trace back to ancient India. One of the most popular legends associated with the festival is the tale of Prahlada and his aunt Holika, a demoness. Hiranyakashipu desired that people ...
Recite the hymns from Lord Vishnu's Narasimha avatar: According to Drik Panchang, Hiranyakashipu harassed Bhakta Prahlada, driving him to renounce his trust in Lord Vishnu. Chanting mantras ...
According to the tale, Prahlada's unwavering devotion to Lord Vishnu led to Holika's demise in the fire meant to consume him, underscoring the power of faith and righteousness. Holi's essence ...
Blessed with a boon that made her immune to fire, she attempted to kill her nephew, Prahlada, a devout follower of Lord Vishnu. She placed him on her lap and sat in a blazing fire, expecting to ...
According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Vishnu, in his Narasimha avatar, protected his devotee Prahlada from the tyrant Hiranyakashipu during this time. Chanting hymns dedicated to Lord Narasimha ...