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Rare Cosmic Event Marks This Year’s Holika Dahan: 9 Auspicious Yogas Align, Revealing Important Shadows for the Celebration
This year’s Holika Dahan, a significant ritual before the festival of Holi, is set to take place on March 24, 2024. The alignment of nine rare auspicious yogas during this cosmic event is capturing the attention of many enthusiasts.
According to Vedic astrology expert Dr. Anish Vyas, the auspicious moment for Holika Dahan will commence at 11:13 pm on March 24, extending until 12:27 am on March 25. The absence of the Bhadra shadow during this year’s Holi marks a unique celestial alignment.
Traditionally, Holika Dahan is celebrated on the evening of Purnima in the month of Falguna. It holds great religious significance, with believers adhering to specific rituals and customs during the event.
The cosmic spectacle on March 24, 2024, is anticipated to bring forth the alignment of the Laxmi Yoga, the Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga, and the Ravi Yoga, emphasizing the spiritual and auspicious nature of the ceremony.
The legend of Holika Dahan narrates the story of Prahlad, Hiranyakashyap’s son, and Holika, his sister. The event symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and marks the victory of righteousness.