6 Questions
True or false: Hiranyakashipu’s son Prahlad refused to worship Lord Vishnu?
False
True or false: Krishna was jealous of Radha's fair complexion?
True
True or false: Holika was immune to fire?
True
Why did Hiranyakashipu order his demon sister Holika to kill Prahlad?
Because Prahlad refused to worship Lord Vishnu
What happened when Holika tricked Prahlad to sit on her lap in the pyre?
Holika burned but Prahlad came out unscathed
Why did Krishna put color on Radha's face?
Because Krishna wanted to show his love for Radha
Study Notes
The Origins and Legends of Holi Festival
- Hiranyakashipu's son Prahlad refused to stop worshiping Lord Vishnu, angering his father.
- Hiranyakashipu ordered his demon sister Holika to kill Prahlad.
- Holika was immune to fire, so a pyre was lit, and she tricked Prahlad into sitting on her lap.
- To everyone's surprise, Holika burned but Prahlad emerged unscathed from the fire.
- The Holi festival is named after Holika and celebrates the triumph of good over evil.
- According to a legend, as a child, Krishna was jealous of Radha's fair complexion.
- Krishna, in a mischievous mood, listened to his mother's advice and colored Radha's face.
- The act of coloring one's beloved's face is seen as a symbol of love and celebration.
- Holi also commemorates the immortal love between Krishna and Radha.
- Krishna's blue complexion is attributed to him being given poisoned milk as a baby.
- The festival of Holi involves vibrant colors, water play, and the throwing of colored powders.
- Holi is celebrated with enthusiasm and joy across India and among the Indian diaspora.
Test your knowledge of the origins and traditions of the Holi festival, named after the demon Holika. Learn about the story of Prahlad, his defiance of his father, and how the festival is celebrated to this day.
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