Holi—the ancient festival of Spring—symbolises the victory of good over evil as it marks the end of Winter. And in Amritapuri, the entire Ashram became a lively canvas of colour and joy. Amma led the revelry by playfully showering a massive rainbow of powders on the many smiling faces.
“On Holi, you can fearlessly and lovingly throw colors on anyone—your parents, elders, neighbours, strangers, foreigners, friends, or enemies. Whoever you are, whatever your status or position, this act of ‘colouring’ is accepted in a spirit of celebration and friendship. There are no hurt feelings or attempts to defend oneself.” says Amma.
“In today’s world, where human beings and nature are besieged by problems, threats, and conflict, Holi brings the much-needed message of equality, unity, unconditional love, happiness, compassion, universal friendship, and hope.”
Throughout the night, the “children” of the Ashram—both young and old—continued to share the light of Amma’s love, creating a vibrant and united start to the new year.
As one of India’s oldest traditions, Holi dates back thousands of years in the North. People throw colours upon each other to celebrate their inherent unity despite external differences. This honours the interconnectedness of all beings—the divinity within everyone and everything that shines as universal love.
