Learn When To Celebrate Holi 2023 And Choose Colors As Per Your Zodiac!

“Holi Kab Hai?”

Every year, we Indians celebrate many festivals with great enthusiasm, joy, sweets, colors, and vibrancy! One of these festivals is Holi, also known as the ‘Festival of Colors’. Holi is a popular Hindu festival celebrated every year on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Phalguna. The festival signifies the arrival of spring and the end of winter. On the day of Holi, people gather together and smear each other with vibrant colors, sing and dance, and indulge in delicious food and drinks. The streets come alive with the sound of music, and people of all ages join in the festivities. 

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There are traditions and rituals that should be followed on this day, and this special blog by AstroSage will let you know all about them. So let us move ahead and learn the date and time to celebrate Holi 2023, the auspicious Yoga to be formed on this day, along with some remedies for each zodiac sign to perform on this day!

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Date & Time For Holi 2023

Start of Purnima Tithi of Phalguna Shukla Paksha: from 4:20 pm on Monday, March 6th, 2023.

End of Purnima Tithi of Phalguna Shukla Paksha: till 6:13 pm on Tuesday, March 7th, 2023.

Abhijeet Muhurat: from 12:09 pm till 12:56 pm.

Date for Holika Dahan: from 6:24 pm till 8:51 pm on Tuesday, March 7th, 2023.

Duration: 2 hours 26 minutes.

Day of Holi: Wednesday, March 8th, 2023.

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Mythological Significance of Holi 2023

Holi is a holiday that has been celebrated since ancient times. It is referenced in the Puranas, Dashakumarcharita, Sanskrit play, Ratnavali, and several other publications. In Sanatan Dharma, Holi is a cultural, religious, and traditional event. According to the Hindu calendar, the Holi celebration marks the beginning of a new era. This day is also related to several beliefs. Some people think that the first human being was born on this day. At the same time, some think Kamdev was reincarnated on this day, while others claim that Lord Vishnu adopted the Avatar of Narasimha and killed Hiranyakashyap on this day. 

According to religious traditions, Lord Krishna absolutely adored the Holi celebration the best. This is why Holi is observed as a celebration of 40 days in Braj. Likewise, Lord Krishna’s tradition continues in his hometown of Mathura. Holi represents the triumph of good over evil. It is a celebration when people put aside their differences and come together. In terms of religious significance, all bad energies are annihilated in Holika on this day, and positivity begins. On the day of Holika Dahan, people light bonfires in the evening to symbolize the burning of Holika. They gather wood, dried leaves, and twigs to build the pyre, and then light it with fire. People sing and dance around the fire, and offer prayers to Lord Vishnu for his blessings and protection. 

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Puja Vidhi For Holi 2023

The day before we celebrate the festival of Holi with colors, we perform a Puja for the Holika Dahan. 

• There should be tree branches, dried leaves, dung cakes, etc, gathered around at the nearest crossroad or intersection since Basant Panchami. 
• Then, on the day of Holika Dahan, sit near Holika, facing east or north. First and foremost, Lord Ganesha and Maa Gauri should be honored. Following that, recite the Mantras ‘Om Holikayai Namah,’ ‘Om Prahladaya Namah,’ and ‘Om Nrisinghay Namah’ while going in circles around the Holika. 
• Apart from that, at Holika Dahan, wheat Baaliyaan are cooked in the fire and later consumed as Prasad. This is considered to keep a person healthy.
• Following this, take four Badkulla garlands and present them to our ancestors, Hanuman Ji, Sheetla Mata, and family. 
• Holika is then circumambulated three or seven times. Wrap a raw yarn around the  Holika while performing the parikrama. Offer water, Pooja Samagri (Worship Material), incense, flowers, etc., to Holika.

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Perform These Remedies On Holi 2023

• On the night of Holi, light a ‘Chaumukhi’ lamp, or a lamp with four wicks, of mustard oil at the main door of the house and worship it. It is believed this remedy brings happiness and prosperity to the household and reduces negativity and problems.
• If there are challenges in business or at work, offer 21 Gomti Chakra to Shivling on the night of Holika Dahan. It is believed that this remedy boosts your chances of success in business.
• Make sure to feed a needy person during Holi. It is believed that by doing so, your wishes would be granted.
• If the adverse effects of Rahu are bothering you, fill a coconut shell with linseed (Alsee) oil. Put some jaggery in it and throw it into a bonfire. The negative impact of Rahu will be reduced.
• On Holi, sprinkle Gulaal on the main door of the home and light a two-faced lamp on it for happiness and wealth.

Choose These Colors On Holi 2023 As Per Your Zodiac

All planetary flaws in the horoscope can be removed by playing Holi with colors chosen according to the zodiac signs. So, let us learn which colors are lucky for each zodiac sign.

Aries and Scorpio

Mars is the ruling planet of Aries and Scorpio. According to astrology, the color of Mars is red, thus persons born under this sign should use red, pink, or similar shades on Holi.

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Taurus and Libra

Taurus and Libra are ruled by Venus. It is believed that white and pink are the colors dedicated to Venus. Hence, the natives of Libra and Taurus can play Holi using silver and pink colors.

Virgo and Gemini

Mercury is the ruler of Virgo and Gemini and  is represented by the color green in astrology. In such a case, those born under this sign should play Holi with the color green. Apart from that, you may also use yellow, orange, and light pink.

Capricorn and Aquarius

Capricorn and Aquarius are ruled by Saturn and it is believed that Saturn’s colors are black and blue. Since Holi cannot be played by black-colored gulaal, it is advised for them to use blue or green Gulal on Holi.

Sagittarius and Pisces

Jupiter rules over Sagittarius and Pisces, and its favorite color is yellow. As a result, those born under this sign should play Holi with yellow and orange colors.

Cancer

Cancer is ruled by the Moon, thus anyone born under this sign should celebrate Holi with white. You can also use any color and add a little curd or milk to it.

Leo

Leo is ruled by the Sun, hence, Leo natives can play Holi with red, orange, and yellow colors.

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