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Holika / होलिका
- Holika was a demoness in Hindu mythology, she had a boon not to be burnt in fire.
- Holika sat with Prahlad in fire. Prahlad came out unhurt and Holika tuned into ashes.
- Holi is thus celebrated to commemorate the death of the evil Holika, after whom the festival is named, and the new life granted to Prahlad for his devotion and faith.
- Thus, the religious significance of the festival of Holi is to mark the burning of self-conceit, selfishness, greed, lust and hatred.
- The victory of righteous forces over demoniacal forces.