Holika
Asuri in Hindu mythology / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Holika (Sanskrit: होलिका, IAST: Holikā), also known as Simhika, is an asuri in Hinduism. She is the sister of the asura-kings Hiranyakashipu and Hiranyaksha, and the paternal aunt of Prahlada.[1]
This article is about the asuri sister of Hiranyakashipu. For the rakshasi who appears in the Ramayana, see Simhika.
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Holika | |
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Other names | Simhika |
Affiliation | Daitya, Asura,Rakshashi |
Gender | Female |
Festivals | Holika Dahan |
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Parents | |
Siblings | Hiranyakashipu and Hiranyaksha |
Spouse | Viprachitti |
Children | Rahu and Ketu |
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The legend of Holika Dahan (Holika's burning) signifies the triumph of righteousness over sin. Holika is associated with the annual bonfire on the night before Holi, the festival of colours.[2]