As Holi 2025 draws near, the excitement around this festival rich in mythology and traditions is gaining a peak. In this video renowned mythologist Devdutt Pattnaik explains why Holi is celebrated and the profound meaning behind its traditions. Explaining the spiritual significance of the festival Pattnaik connects the traditional roots with the modern celebrations. Take a look.
12 March,2025 08:08 PM IST
Holi celebrations are already in full swing, and the excitement is spreading across the world! This year, Holi will be celebrated on March 14th, but the fun has already begun. The famous Laddu Mar Holi was celebrated in the Shri Ladliji Maharaj temple in Barsana, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. In Nandgaon, Uttar Pradesh, the fun started with the traditional Lathmar Holi, where people reenact Lord Krishna’s playful visit to Radha's village. It's a unique and vibrant tradition filled with love, laughter, and mischief! In Mathura, tourists were also seen enjoying the festive spirit at the Shri Krishna Janambhumi Temple, where the beautiful 'Phoolon Ki Holi' (Flower Holi) is taking place. Meanwhile, in Ayodhya, visitors celebrated“Holi with god” at the famous Hanuman Garhi Temple. The Holi fun isn’t just in India—Holi is making its mark in Nepal too! The traditional Chir ceremony kicked off in Kathmandu, with the sacred bamboo Chir being raised at the Basantapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Manandhars from the Newa community have been celebrating this ancient tradition for generations, welcoming Holi in their own special way. And in Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur, women from the Ganga Mahila Self-help group prepared eco-friendly herbal gulal (colored powder) for the festivities. They’re using natural ingredients like beetroot, palash flowers, green leaves, and other fruits and flowers, promoting a more sustainable celebration. WEll, the festival of colors, Holi is truly a festival that brings people together in joy, color, and spirit. Happy Holi to all.
11 March,2025 01:02 PM IST
Lohri is a vibrant festival that marks the end of winter and the beginning of warmer days, celebrated with bonfires, songs, and dances. But did you know there's a fascinating historical story behind it? The festival is linked to Dulla Bhatti, a brave warrior from Punjab who fought against Mughal rulers during Emperor Akbar's reign. Dulla Bhatti is known for his rebellion and his acts of kindness, like rescuing young girls from forced marriages. His story became a part of Lohri celebrations, with people singing songs about him around the bonfire. This video explores how Dulla Bhatti’s revolutionary tale is intertwined with the festival of Lohri and why it remains an important part of the celebrations today.
11 January,2025 04:00 PM IST
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab or Prakash Utsav, is one of the most important festivals for Sikhs around the world. It marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. The celebration is held every year on the full moon day of the Kartik month according to the Hindu lunar calendar. In 2024, this significant day will be observed on November 15. Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469 in Rai Bhoi di Talwandi, now known as Nankana Sahib in Pakistan. He was the first of the ten Sikh Gurus and a philosopher, poet, and spiritual leader. Guru Nanak’s teachings emphasized the values of equality, compassion, and devotion to one universal God. He rejected social divisions based on caste, creed, and religion and inspired people to live lives of honesty, humility, and service. Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across the world. Sikhs, along with people of other faiths who follow Guru Nanak’s teachings, engage in various religious and social activities like Prayers and Kirtans, Nagar Kirtan and Paath, Decoration and lightening of Gurudwaras and Langar Sewa to mark the occasion. This Guru Nanak Jayanti is special as it marks the 555th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Ji. This milestone serves as a reminder of the timeless relevance of his teachings and their importance in today's world.
14 November,2024 01:19 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
