Date: The first day of Holi is called Holika Dahan, Jalawali Holi, or Chhoti Holi; on this day, they worship Holika and burn ...

Holi’s roots are in Hinduism. The god Krishna, cursed by a demon with blue skin, complained to his mother, asking why his love interest Radha is fair while he is not. His mother, Yashoda ...

This playful banter between Krishna and Radha is said to be the very origin of modern-day Holi celebration. Holi in Braj: ...

It’s this myth where we get Holi’s tradition of throwing colors. In Hinduism, Krishna has blue skin while Radha is depicted as light-skinned. According to legend, as a child, Krishna ...

Less than 1% of Nevadans report practicing Hinduism. Holi honors the love between Hindu deities Radha and Krishna. Holika Dahan, which precedes Holi, celebrates the victory of Vishnu and Prahlad's ...

The streets come alive in color the next day, Rangwali Holi, as many celebrants throw water and gulal (colored powders) at one another in a lighthearted celebration of Radha and Krishna's love.

Holi has its origins in Hindu mythology and lore and celebrates the divine love between the Hindu god Krishna and his consort Radha, and signifies a time of rebirth and rejuvenation. Across the ...

“It is the Masan Holi where the aghoris smear ash from the lit funeral pyre over their bodies, embodied as Lord Shiva. This Hori is devoid of love, colours, Radha-Krishna, but has the depiction ...

Observed in India, Nepal and in communities around the world, this meaningful tradition celebrates the divine love of the Hindu god Krishna and his devotee, Radha. CultureFest! Holi is a fun ...

"Holi is one of the two main festivals ... Some also consider the holiday a reference to Lord Krishna and his love for Radha, a Hindu goddess. Celebrations can vary depending on the region ...