ಹೋಳಿ — ಮಹತ್ವ
ಹೋಳಿ — "ಬಣ್ಣಗಳ ಹಬ್ಬ" — ವಸಂತ ಋತುವಿನ ಆಗಮನವನ್ನು ಸ್ವಾಗತಿಸುವ ಉತ್ಸವ. ಫಾಲ್ಗುಣ ಪೂರ್ಣಿಮೆಯ ರಾತ್ರಿ ಹೋಳಿಕಾ ದಹನದಿಂದ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಸಿ, ಮರುದಿನ ಬಣ್ಣಗಳ ಹೋಳಿ ಆಡಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಕೃಷ್ಣ-ರಾಧಾ ಭಕ್ತಿ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಉತ್ಸವ.
ಹೋಳಿ — ಮಹತ್ವ
As narrated in the Bhagavata Purana, the demon king Hiranyakashipu tried to kill his son Prahlad for worshipping Vishnu. Holika, who had a boon to resist fire, sat with Prahlad in a pyre, but Vishnu saved Prahlad and Holika was consumed. The burning of Holika is re-enacted as Holika Dahan the night before Rangwali Holi.
ಹೋಳಿ — ಪೂಜಾ ವಿಧಿ
- On the eve, at dusk, light the Holika bonfire and circumambulate it.
- Offer grains and coconut to the fire; pray for the destruction of evil.
- On the day of Holi, apply oil to skin and hair before playing.
- Play with natural colored powder and water; visit family and friends.
- Share gujiya and thandai; sing and dance in groups.
ಹೋಳಿ — ಮಂತ್ರಗಳು
ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
oṃ namo bhagavate vāsudevāya
Salutations to Lord Vasudeva (Vishnu/Krishna)
ಹೋಳಿ — ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ ಆಹಾರ
- ●Gujiya
- ●Thandai
- ●Malpua
- ●Dahi Vada
- ●Puri
- ●Papri
ಹೋಳಿ — ಇತರ ಹೆಸರುಗಳು
North India
Large public celebrations with colors
Braj
Lathmar Holi (playful stick fight)
Bengal
Dol Jatra with songs and processions
ಹೋಳಿ — ಮಾಡಬೇಕು / ಮಾಡಬಾರದು
ಮಾಡಬೇಕು
- ✓Use natural or safe colors
- ✓Wear old clothes
- ✓Apply oil to skin and hair
- ✓Stay hydrated
- ✓Seek consent before applying color
ಮಾಡಬಾರದು
- ✗Avoid harsh chemical colors
- ✗Do not force color on strangers
- ✗Avoid wasting water
ಹೋಳಿ — FAQ
- ಹೋಳಿ ಎಂದರೇನು?
- ಹೋಳಿ — "ಬಣ್ಣಗಳ ಹಬ್ಬ" — ವಸಂತ ಋತುವಿನ ಆಗಮನವನ್ನು ಸ್ವಾಗತಿಸುವ ಉತ್ಸವ.
- ಹೋಳಿ 2027 ಯಾವಾಗ?
- 2027ರಲ್ಲಿ ಹೋಳಿ ಸೋಮವಾರ, ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 22, 2027ರಂದು ಬರುತ್ತದೆ.
- ಹೋಳಿ ಪೂಜಾ ವಿಧಿ ಏನು?
- On the eve, at dusk, light the Holika bonfire and circumambulate it.; Offer grains and coconut to the fire; pray for the destruction of evil.; On the day of Holi, apply oil to skin and hair before playing.; Play with natural colored powder and water; visit family and friends.
- ಹೋಳಿ ದಿನ ಏನು ತಿನ್ನಬೇಕು?
- Gujiya, Thandai, Malpua, Dahi Vada, Puri
- ಹೋಳಿ ದಿನ ಏನು ಮಾಡಬೇಕು?
- Use natural or safe colors; Wear old clothes; Apply oil to skin and hair
- ಹೋಳಿ ದಿನ ಏನು ಮಾಡಬಾರದು?
- Avoid harsh chemical colors; Do not force color on strangers; Avoid wasting water
- ಹೋಳಿ ದಿನ ಯಾವ ದೇವರನ್ನು ಪೂಜಿಸಬೇಕು?
- ಹೋಳಿ ಕೃಷ್ಣ, ರಾಧಾಗೆ ಅರ್ಪಿತ.
Upcoming ಹೋಳಿ Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
ಹೋಳಿ is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 22,2027 | ಸೋಮವಾರ | 06:37 pm | — |
| ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 23,2027 | ಮಂಗಳವಾರ | 07:40 pm | — |