This article is about the asuri sister of Hiranyakashipu. For the rakshasi who appears in the Ramayana, see Simhika.
Asuri in Hindu mythology
| Holika | |
|---|---|
 a figurine of Holika for Holika Dahan | |
| Other names | Simhika |
| Affiliation | Daitya, Asura,Rakshashi |
| Gender | Female |
| Festivals | Holika Dahan |
| Genealogy | |
| Parents | |
| Siblings | Hiranyakashipu and Hiranyaksha |
| Spouse | Viprachitti |
| Children | Rahu and Ketu |
Holika (Sanskrit: होलिका, IAST: Holikā), also known as Simhika, is an asuri in Hinduism. She is the sister of the asura-kings Hiranyakashipu and Hiranyaksha, and the paternal aunt of Prahlada.[1]
The legend of Holika Dahan (Holika's burning) signifies the triumph of righteousness over sin. Holika is associated with the annual bonfire on the night before Holi, the festival of colours.[2]
- ^ Dalal, Roshen (2010). The Religions of India: A Concise Guide to Nine Major Faiths. Penguin Books India. p. 148. ISBN 978-0-14-341517-6.
- ^ www.wisdomlib.org (24 June 2012). "Holi, Holikā, Holika: 12 definitions". www.wisdomlib.org. Retrieved 22 November 2022.