ഹോളി Significance & Spiritual Meaning
ഹോളി — "നിറങ്ങളുടെ പെരുന്നാൾ" — വസന്ത ഋതുവിന്റെ വരവിനെ വരവേൽക്കുന്ന ഉത്സവം. ഫാൽഗുണ പൂർണിമ രാത്രി ഹോളികാ ദഹനത്തോടെ ആരംഭിച്ച്, അടുത്ത ദിവസം നിറങ്ങളുടെ ഹോളി കളിക്കുന്നു. കൃഷ്ണ-രാധ ഭക്തി പാരമ്പര്യത്തിന്റെ പ്രമുഖ ഉത്സവം — മഥുര, വൃന്ദാവനത്തിൽ ആഴ്ചകളോളം ആചരിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
ഹോളി Mythology & Legend
As narrated in the Bhagavata Purana, the demon king Hiranyakashipu tried to kill his son Prahlad for worshipping Vishnu. Holika, who had a boon to resist fire, sat with Prahlad in a pyre, but Vishnu saved Prahlad and Holika was consumed. The burning of Holika is re-enacted as Holika Dahan the night before Rangwali Holi.
ഹോളി 2027 Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- On the eve, at dusk, light the Holika bonfire and circumambulate it.
- Offer grains and coconut to the fire; pray for the destruction of evil.
- On the day of Holi, apply oil to skin and hair before playing.
- Play with natural colored powder and water; visit family and friends.
- Share gujiya and thandai; sing and dance in groups.
ഹോളി Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya
Salutations to Lord Vasudeva (Vishnu/Krishna)
ഹോളി Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Gujiya
- ●Thandai
- ●Malpua
- ●Dahi Vada
- ●Puri
- ●Papri
ഹോളി Regional Celebrations across India
North India(होली)
Large public celebrations with colors
Braj(लठमार होली)
Lathmar Holi (playful stick fight)
Bengal(দোলযাত্রা)
Dol Jatra with songs and processions
ഹോളി Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Use natural or safe colors
- ✓Wear old clothes
- ✓Apply oil to skin and hair
- ✓Stay hydrated
- ✓Seek consent before applying color
Don'ts
- ✗Avoid harsh chemical colors
- ✗Do not force color on strangers
- ✗Avoid wasting water
ഹോളി — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ഹോളി?
- ഹോളി — "നിറങ്ങളുടെ പെരുന്നാൾ" — വസന്ത ഋതുവിന്റെ വരവിനെ വരവേൽക്കുന്ന ഉത്സവം.
- When is ഹോളി 2027?
- In 2027, ഹോളി falls on 2027, മാർച്ച് 21, ഞായറാഴ്ച.
- What are the ഹോളി puja rituals?
- On the eve, at dusk, light the Holika bonfire and circumambulate it.; Offer grains and coconut to the fire; pray for the destruction of evil.; On the day of Holi, apply oil to skin and hair before playing.; Play with natural colored powder and water; visit family and friends.
- What to eat on ഹോളി?
- Gujiya, Thandai, Malpua, Dahi Vada, Puri
- What should you do on ഹോളി?
- Use natural or safe colors; Wear old clothes; Apply oil to skin and hair
- What should you avoid on ഹോളി?
- Avoid harsh chemical colors; Do not force color on strangers; Avoid wasting water
- Which deity is worshipped on ഹോളി?
- ഹോളി is dedicated to കൃഷ്ണൻ, രാധ.
Upcoming ഹോളി Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
ഹോളി is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 മാർ 23 | ചൊവ്വാഴ്ച | 07:40 pm | — |