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Holika Dahana

March 3 - TUESDAY

24 days ago

Observance: Restricted Holiday Holiday (India)

"The bonfire night before Holi celebrating the triumph of devotion over evil forces."

The eve of Holi when bonfires are lit to symbolize the victory of good over evil.

Traditions:

Lighting large bonfires in public spaces and residential areas
Circling the bonfire and offering prayers for protection and prosperity
Burning old items symbolically to let go of negativity and past grievances

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Fun Fact:

The bonfire represents the burning of demoness Holika who tried to kill young devotee Prahlad.