As the chilly winds of winter make way for the warmth of spring, it's time to gather around the bonfires for Holika Dahan, a beloved festival celebrated across India. Holika Dahan, also known as Choti Holi, marks the beginning of the vibrant festival of Holi. This year, Holika Dahan will be celebrated on March 24th, 2024. This auspicious occasion is widely celebrated in India and has rich cultural and mythological importance. As Holika Dahan 2024 draws near, it is essential to understand the Shubh Muhurat customs, and traditions to ensure a joyful celebration.
Holika Dahan 2024 Muhurata
Holika Dahan Date: Sunday, March 24, 2024
Holika Dahan Muhurat: 11:13 PM (March 24) to 12:27 AM (March 25) Bhadra Puncha duration is from 6:33 p.m to 7:53 pm
Bhadra Mukha duration is from 7:53 pm to 10:06 pm Purnima Tithi (Begins) 09:45 AM, March 24, 2024 (Sunday)
Purnima Tithi (Ends) 12:29 PM, March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Significance of Holika Dahan Holika Puja marks the victory of good over evil, illustrating the triumph of faith and goodness. According to Hindu mythology, the bonfire is lit on this day, which depicts the Holika story, the sister of demon king Hiranyakashipu, who was defeated by Lord Vishnu's devotee, Prahlad. The ritual signifies the destruction of negativity and the emergence of positivity and purity. This festival also marks the beginning of spring and the end of the winter season. At this time, people do social gatherings for fun and enjoyment. It also has ecological significance as well. The bonfire lit on this day consists of dried leaves, cow dung, and twigs, which help prevent diseases and purify the environment. Holika Dahan Remedies for Peace, Well-being and Prosperity Each and every person desires happiness and wealth in their lives. Here are some traditional Holika Dahan remedies that might help you ward off negativity and bring positivity.
Rice symbolizes prosperity, abundance, and fertility. Married couples who want to strengthen their bond should offer rice grains in Holika pyre to seek blessings for a prosperous and fruitful married life.
Students who desire to perform well in their studies should offer almonds to the Holika fire. This remedy is believed to sharpen their memory, intelligence, and focus.
If any individual is suffering from any kind of disease or health issue, then they should offer Camphor(Kapur) and Green Cardamom(Elaichi). This remedy will provide relief from all sorts of diseases and illnesses.
Individuals who want abundance, wealth, and prosperity in their lives should offer ghee and sesame seeds to the fire. It is believed to attract financial stability, positive energy, and remove obstacles.
To remove evil eyes and negative energy, one should offer coconut and neem leaves to the Holika Fire.
If anyone wants to please Goddess Lakshmi, then they should offer dry coconut filled with rice and sugar during Holika Dahan. With this remedy, Goddess Lakshmi’s blessing will always remain with that person. Mantras To Chant During Holika Puja
Gayatri Mantra: "ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यंभर्गो
देवस्य धीमहि
धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात्॥"
Prahalad Mantra: "ॐ नमो नारायणाय॥"
Narasimha Mantra:"ॐ उग्रं वीरं महा विष्णुं ज्वलन्तं सर्वतो मुखम्।
नृसिंहं भीषणं भद्रं मृत्यु मृत्युं नमाम्यहम्॥" Following these mantras will invoke the divine blessings and will protect the individual from negative energies.
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