Holi 2024: Short Story Behind Holika Dahan For Kids
By Jasreet Kaur21, Mar 2024 06:00 PMjagranjosh.com
Holika Dahan
Holika Dahan promotes unity and cultural heritage. It also symbolises the victory of good over evil. Tap to read short story behind holika dahan for kids .
How it started?
Long ago, King Hiranyakashipu was very proud and wanted everyone to worship him instead of the gods.
Birth of Prahlad
Hiranyakashipu's son Prahlad loved Lord Vishnu, which angered his father.
Holika's Boon
Holika, with her fire-resistant shawl, tried to kill Prahlad for her brother, the king.
Holika's Plan
Holika sat in a fire with Prahlad, but she burned instead because she was evil and he was good.
Triumph of Good Over Evil
Prahlad survived unharmed, showing that goodness is stronger than evil.
Holika Dahan Tradition
People celebrate by lighting bonfires on Holi eve to remember this victory.
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