A violent society: What is the point of Hindu rituals? What is the science behind Hindu celebrations? What do Vedic Rishis have to do with celebrating Holi this year? — Sanatana Hindu Dharma is the civilization of gratitude and celebration. The science of manifesting gratitude in our very muscles, minds, memories, bones, even in the yogic DNA of “gotra” has been passed down in Hinduism. The superconscious source becomes our individual identity through the sound principle and our DNA. Our identity then becomes physical expression through fire in the stomach. It is the Hindu lifestyle of celebration that makes the ancient life sciences into a daily experience and power. At this time of year Hindus celebrate conscious civilization, conscious lifestyle, rejuvenation, and the triumph of light over dark as “Holi”. Celebrating Spring and renewal, Holi is the biggest festival for various communities including the Navsari, Dang and Narmada districts of Gujarat. Celebrations began weeks in advance for this year’s March 9 & 10 dates for Holi. Just as Hindus bring the unique life sciences of celebrating the liberation of death, Holi celebrates the triumph of light over dark and our blessing as Beings capable of spreading the ancient sciences of conscious liberation to all of humanity. In every step Hinduism is an eternal celebration of life – the science of not only “liberal” but truly “liberated” living. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as Amit Shah have advised they will be avoiding mass gatherings this Holi as per recommendations limiting the spread of the Coronavirus. They both have urged others to reduce mass gatherings as per health recommendations. Mathura, known as Lord Krishna’s birth place began Holi this year with “Rangotsav”, “Laddoo Holi”, and “Lathmar Holi” celebrations. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was also on hand for the events. “Laddoo” and “Lathmar” Holi embody the playfulness and unconditional love of Lord Krishna while remaining in the highest space of pure consciousness. While reenacting His leelas, devotees playfully throw laddoos as traditionally all the colors are depleted. Women playfully beat mean with sticks to fend off the sprinkling of colors. It is a grand embodiment and re-enactment of the playfulness, joy, and eternal love of Lord Krishna. Various buildings along with 35 temples in Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, and Nandgoan, including Krishna Janambhoomi, Dwarkadhish Temple have also been illuminated with color for this year’s Holi festivities. (7 March 2020) ————————————— Visit us around the web: Facebook: facebook.com/HNGlobalPress Twitter: twitter.com/HNGlobalPress Instagram: instagram.com/hinduismnowgp/ ————————————— #holi #hindurituals #hinduismnow