Holi 2024: Holi, the festival of colours, is an important Hindu festival celebrated on the full moon day of the Falgun month (Falgun Purnima 2024). This year, Holi falls on March 25, 2024. Meanwhile, Holika Dahan (Holika Dahan 2024) will be celebrated on March 24. Vastu Shastra mentions certain items that are considered auspicious during this time. Therefore, make sure to bring these items into your home, before the festival of colours to seek blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and bring prosperity to your home throughout the year.
Auspicious Items That You Can Bring Home During Holi:
Toran (Door Hanging): In Hinduism, toran, or door hangings, are considered very auspicious. Torans are hung at the main door during festivals and auspicious occasions. It is believed to dispel negative energy and invite positive energy into the house. Therefore, make sure to hang a toran at your main door from Holashtak to Holi.
Bamboo Plant: In Vastu Shastra, the bamboo tree or bamboo plant is considered the best source of positive energy. Before Holi, make sure to bring a bamboo tree into your home. This will dispel all negativity and increase prosperity in your home.
Silver Coin: While shopping for Holi, make sure to buy a silver coin. Place the silver coin in a red or yellow cloth and keep it in a safe. This helps to alleviate financial problems.
Tortoise: In Vastu Shastra and Hinduism, the tortoise is considered sacred and auspicious. Therefore, you can also bring a metal tortoise to your home during Holi. However, make sure that there is a Sriyantra or Kubera Yantra written on the back of the tortoise for auspiciousness. You can also place this metal tortoise on your puja altar. It is believed that this brings the presence of Goddess Lakshmi into the home.
Mythological Stories Associated with Holi:
Several mythological stories related to Holi are mentioned in the Puranas. Holika Dahan is celebrated to symbolize the victory of good over evil. According to one legend, Prahlad, the son of the demon king Hiranyakashipu, was a devoted follower of Lord Vishnu, which displeased his father. Hiranyakashipu sought the help of his sister Holika, who had a boon that fire could not harm her. Holika took Prahlad into her lap and entered the fire with the intention of killing him. However, due to Prahlad's devotion, Holika was consumed by the fire while Prahlad remained unharmed. Holi is also celebrated in memory of the divine love of Radha and Krishna.
Lucky Colours For Holi As Per Zodiac Sign:
Shubham Shukla, who is a Numerologist, trained under the guidance of Gurudev Shrie Kashyap Ji, an Astrologer, Numerologist, Palmist and Founder of All India Institute of Occult Science suggested the lucky colours for each zodiac sign during Holi:
Aries: Red
It’s a fire sign ruled by Mars and the color is Red.Those born under this sign are known for their passionate, confident, and energetic nature. Red is a color of auspiciousness, ambition, and energy. Aries's energy is supported by the Red color and helps them to grow their aura.
Taurus: White
It's an earth sign ruled by Venusand the color is White. These natives are known for their stability, reliability, and patience. White shows purity, clarity, and serenity. While you are not able to play with white colour, you may go for pink color or wear white clothes.
Gemini: Green
It’s an Air sign ruled by Mercury and the color is Green. These natives are known for their intelligence, curiosity, and quick learning capabilities. Green represents abundance and growth. It well connects with their witty and positive attitude.
Cancer: White
It’s a water sign ruled by the moon and the color is White. Those born under this sign are known for their emotional sensitivity and nurturing nature. White is calming, soothing, and perfect for their sensitive soul. You can also go with a Cream color to bring purity and calmness.
Leo: Orange
It’s a fire sign ruled by the Sun and the color is Orange. Those born under this sign are known for their radiant and cheerful personality. They also feel good when people pay special attention to them. Orange helps you express your boldness and distinguish your appearance in public.
Virgo: Green
It’s an earth sign ruled by Mercury and the color is Green. Virgos are known for their practical, analytical, and kind personality. Green resonates strongly with Virgos because it represents growth, renewal, and prosperity.
Libra: White
It’s an air sign ruled by Venus and the color is White. Those born under this sign are known for their cooperative, gracious, and kind personality. Colors like White and Light Blue bring positivity and success in life and also compliments them well.
Scorpio: Red
It’s a water sign ruled by Mars and the color is Red. Those born under this sign are known for their brave, passionate, and resourceful personality. Red is a bold and vibrant color that can evoke strong emotions and intensify their relationship.
Sagittarius: Yellow
It’s a Fire sign ruled by Jupiter and the color for this is Yellow. Those born under this sign are known for their generous, idealistic, and spiritual personality. Yellow symbolizes happiness, brightness, and positivity. It well connects and synchronizes with the Sagittarians.
Capricorn:Blue
It’s an earth sign ruled by Saturn and the color is Blue. Those born under this sign are known for their responsible and disciplined personality.Blue represents strength, concentration, and determination. The use of blue will bring luck and success to these natives.
Aquarius: Blue
It’sanair sign ruled by Saturn and the color is Blue. They are symbols of progress, originality, and individuality. Blue also symbolizes originality and independence. Blue will increase their self-confidence and stability.
Pisces: Yellow
It’s a water sign ruled by Jupiter and the color for this is Yellow. Pisces are known for their emotion, compassion, and intuition. Yellow will help them to take advantage of their intuition and emotional intelligence.