Holi’s roots are in Hinduism. The god Krishna, cursed by a demon with blue skin, complained to his mother, asking why his love interest Radha is fair while he is not. His mother, Yashoda ...

Date: The first day of Holi is called Holika Dahan, Jalawali Holi, or Chhoti Holi; on this day, they worship Holika and burn ...

This playful banter between Krishna and Radha is said to be the very origin of modern-day Holi celebration. Holi in Braj: ...

It’s this myth where we get Holi’s tradition of throwing colors. In Hinduism, Krishna has blue skin while Radha is depicted as light-skinned. According to legend, as a child, Krishna ...

(RNS) — This week, millions of Hindus and others around the world mark Holi, the festival celebrating the arrival of spring and the divine love between Lord Krishna and Radha. Holi is best known ...

Less than 1% of Nevadans report practicing Hinduism. Holi honors the love between Hindu deities Radha and Krishna. Holika Dahan, which precedes Holi, celebrates the victory of Vishnu and Prahlad's ...

“It is the Masan Holi where the aghoris smear ash from the lit funeral pyre over their bodies, embodied as Lord Shiva. This Hori is devoid of love, colours, Radha-Krishna, but has the depiction ...

Observed in India, Nepal and in communities around the world, this meaningful tradition celebrates the divine love of the Hindu god Krishna and his devotee, Radha. CultureFest! Holi is a fun ...

"Holi is one of the two main festivals ... Some also consider the holiday a reference to Lord Krishna and his love for Radha, a Hindu goddess. Celebrations can vary depending on the region ...

Millions of people in India and around the world celebrating Holi this week. The Hindu festival of love, color and spring is one of the most joyous celebrations of the year. It’s a time when ...