The Legend of Holika & Prahalad :
The Legend of Holika and Prahlad: A Tale of Faith and Victory. The festival of Holi, celebrated with vibrant colors and joyous festivities, has deep mythological roots. At the heart of this celebration lies the legend of Holika and Prahlad, a tale of unwavering faith, divine intervention, and the triumph of good over evil. This ancient story from Hindu mythology continues to inspire generations, reminding us that true devotion and righteousness always prevail. The Tyranny of Hiranyakashipu Long ago, there lived a powerful demon king named Hiranyakashipu. He was the ruler of the Asuras (demons) and had performed severe penance to appease Lord Brahma. Pleased with his devotion, Brahma granted him a boon that made him nearly invincible. The boon stated that he could not be killed by a man or an animal, neither indoors nor outdoors, neither during the day nor at night, neither on land nor in the sky, and by no weapon made of metal or stone. With this immense power, Hiranyakashipu beca...