Holi is accompanied by many legends but there are two stories that serve as the origin of Holi traditions. The story of Krishna and Radha is said to be the basis for the ritual of throwing and applying colored water and powder. According to legend, the young Krishna complained to his mothe...
Where: The festival is located at theShri Shri Radha Krishna Templein Spanish Fork, Utah. This is one of the only Hindu temples in Utah and is very welcoming to visitors! The festival is open to the public and you don't have to be affiliated with the religion to attend the festival. ...
Holi is a Hindu festival that celebrates the divine love between the Hindu Gods Radha and Krishna. As the story goes, Lord Krishna approached Radha and asked her to color his face in any color she wanted to, so that she would accept him as her lover. Holi also signifies the victorious ...
Krishna and Radha Krishna and RadhaCelebration of Spring by Krishna and Radha, 18th-century miniature; in the Guimet Museum, Paris (MS 1832). Holi is particularly enjoyed by worshippers of the god Krishna. Its general frivolity is considered to be in imitation of Krishna’s play with thegop...
The other story often associated with Holi is the story of Krishna and Radha. Krishna is always depicted with blue skin — according to Hindu legend, his skin turned blue as a baby when he drank poisonous milk from a demon. Krishna fell in love with Radha but was worried that Radha would...
Holi is the festival of colors and spring, and above all, it is the festival that celebrates the eternal love of the divine soulmates, Radha and Krishna. Holi also symbolizes the triumph of good over evil due to the victory of Lord Vishnu in his Narasimha avatar over Hiranyakashipu. Holi...
This is based on the legend of Lord Krishna being beaten by his consort Radha for teasing her. Contact us if you're interested in a guided Holi tour of Mathura and Vrindavan. If you don't like this kind of "violent" Holi activity, celebrate Holi in Udaipur or Jaipur, which are more...
The festival of Holi, also known as the festival of colors, heralds the beginning of spring. It also signifies the victory of good over evil. One of the biggest Hindu festivals, Holi is also often linked with the eternal love of Lord Krishna and his consort Radha. Mashable Top Stories ...
Krishna and Radha in Fullo Ki Holi Happy Holi to all our readers, stay blessed and be colorful May god paint the canvas of your life with the most vibrant colors and sprinkle peace and joy at every step. Keep Calm and Play Holi
The story behind Lathmar Holi is that Lord Krishna visited Barsana to playfully tease his beloved Radha and her friends (Gopis), by throwing colored water on them. Taking it as an offense, Radha and her friends chased Krishna to beat them. Also during those days, boys dressed them as fem...