Holi Colors Importance: The festival of Holi is considered very special in Hindu religion. Every year, after celebrating the festival of Holika Dahan on the full moon day of Phalgun month, Holi is played with colors the next day. This year, Holika Dahan will be performed on the full moon day of Phalgun month on March 03. After this, the festival of colors will be celebrated on 04 March. Some people also play Holi with the ashes of Holika. Holi is played in different ways in Braj.
This includes Laddumar Holi, Lathmar Holi, flower Holi and Chhadimar Holi, but the main attraction of Holi is the colors. On the day of Holi, people celebrate this festival by applying red, yellow, green, blue, white and bright colors on each other. There are many reasons for playing colors and gulal on Holi and its benefits are also mentioned. Let us know in detail why Holi is played and what is the significance of different colors?
According to astrology and religious scriptures…
According to astrology and religious scriptures, the period from Holashtak to Holika Dahan is not considered auspicious. It is believed that during this time all the planets remain in a furious state. According to pundits and astrologers, colors are related to different planets. Using different colors on the day of Holi removes the adversities and negativity of the planets. It is believed that the colors of Holi infuse energy and enthusiasm within a person. Natural colors protect from diseases. This also provides health.
Importance of different colors
green color- According to astrology, green color is considered to be associated with planet Mercury. This color is considered a symbol of growth, prosperity, balance and peace.
yellow color- This color is considered to be associated with the planet Jupiter. This color is considered a symbol of knowledge, purity, energy and happiness. This increases the auspicious effect of Guru.
The colour red- Red color is associated with Mars. This color symbolizes energy, strength and courage.
pink Colour- Pink color is said to be related to Venus. This color is a symbol of love, tenderness, peace and affection.
orange color– Orange color is associated with the planet Sun. It is a symbol of energy, enthusiasm, happiness.
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