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HOLI

HOLI IS THE NAME OF THE INDIAN (FROM INDIA) FESTIVAL FOR
THE CELEBRATION OF THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING. THIS
FESTIVAL IS HELD SOMETIME IN MARCH. DURING IT, THE
FARMERS REJOICE AND SPRINKLE POWDERS OF MANY COLORS
OVER THEIR FIELDS. DIFFERENT COLORS ARE USED TO SHOW
THAT SPRING IS FULL OF COLORS.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT ; DETROIT ; INDIA

Subject headings: Favorites
CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- March
CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Spring Planting F663.9

Date learned: 10-23-1969

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