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Holika
Holika ( , ) is an asuri in Hinduism. She is the sister of the asura-kings Hiranyakashipu and Hiranyaksha, and the paternal aunt of Prahlada. According to Hindu tradition, the legend of Holika Dahan (the burning of Holika) symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Holika is associated with the annual bonfire on the night before Holi, the festival of colours.
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Holika ( , ) is an asuri in Hinduism. She is the sister of the asura-kings Hiranyakashipu and Hiranyaksha, and the paternal aunt of Prahlada. According to Hindu tradition, the legend of Holika Dahan (the burning of Holika) symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Holika is associated with the annual bonfire on the night before Holi, the festival of colours.
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