As we all know that whole nation is ready to celebrate auspicious occasion of festival of colours Holi which will kick start today with religious ritual of Holika Dahan we bring you its auspicious time and art of performing Pooja.
The festival f Holi which pyres are burnt on streets and open spaces which is popularly known as Holika Dahan that signifies the victory of good over evil.
During Holika Dahan people sing and dance around the fire and also perform parikrama to take a round around the fire. The legend of Prahlad, Holika and Hiranyakashyap is associated with it.
The festival of colours ‘Holi’ that bids adieu to winters and marks the onset of spring. Holi is played a day after Holika Dahan, also called Chhoti Holi. It will be celebrated next day after Holika Dahan.
The next day of Badi Holi is best celebrated in the company of friends and family. Make it memorable by adding some of your eco-friendly touches like flowers, arranging Holi songs, preparing Holi sweets, go out and enjoy a destination Holi or plan a holi-themed party.
Know the Muhuruta and auspicious time of Holika Dahan to perform pooja:
Timings of Holika Dahan:
The day of Holika Dahan coincides with the full moon day during the Hindu month of Phalguna which is popularly known as Phalguna Purnima.
Here are the auspicious timings of are Holika Dhahan:
Holika Dahan Muhurta: 8:58 PM (21 March) to 12:34 AM (22 March)
Duration: 3 Hours 36 Mins
Bhadra Punchha: 5:24 PM to 6:25 PM
Bhadra Mukha: 6:25 to 08:07 PM
The Holika Dahan rituals: We must know that numerous rituals are followed during Holi. These rituals vary from state to state and within a state region to region.
However, Holika Puja burning Holika effigy in the evening or late night roasting green cereals in Holika bonfire playing Holi with wet and dry colors on the next day of Holika Dahan.
