Holika Dahan
Artist: Rajkumar Swami
Holika Dahan
Lyrics with Meaning
View lyrics page →Invocation
Original
होलिका दहन हुआ, अधर्म का नाश हुआ। प्रह्लाद की भक्ति से, प्रभु का वास हुआ॥
Transliteration
Holika dahan hua, adharm ka naash hua. Prahlad ki bhakti se, Prabhu ka vaas hua.
Meaning / Translation
The Holika bonfire has occurred, signifying the destruction of unrighteousness. Through the devotion of Prahlada, the Lord has manifested.
The Story of Faith
Original
हिरण्यकशिपु का घमंड टूटा, माया का खेल था। प्रह्लाद पर कृपा हुई, ईश्वर का मेल था॥
Transliteration
Hiranyakashipu ka ghamand toota, maaya ka khel tha. Prahlad par kripa hui, Ishwar ka mel tha.
Meaning / Translation
The arrogance of Hiranyakashipu was broken; it was all a play of illusion. Grace descended upon Prahlada, showcasing the union with the Divine.
Victory of Truth
Original
अग्नि में जली होलिका, सत्य की जीत हुई। भक्त की रक्षा करके, भक्ति की प्रीत हुई॥
Transliteration
Agni mein jali Holika, satya ki jeet hui. Bhakt ki raksha karke, bhakti ki preet hui.
Meaning / Translation
Holika burned in the flames, and truth emerged victorious. By protecting the devotee, the power of devotion was glorified.
Blessings of Holi
Original
बुराई जले, अच्छाई खिले, रंगों का त्यौहार आए। सबके जीवन में खुशियाँ, होली की सौगात लाए॥
Transliteration
Burayi jale, achhai khile, rangon ka tyohar aaye. Sabke jeevan mein khushiyan, Holi ki saugaat laaye.
Meaning / Translation
May evil burn and goodness bloom as the festival of colors arrives. May the gift of Holi bring happiness into everyone's lives.