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Yes! Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a central figure in the Bhakti movement and the founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, was indeed born on the festival of Holi, according to the traditional Hindu calendar.
His appearance day (Janmashtami equivalent) is celebrated on Phalguna Purnima, which is the full moon day in the month of Phalguna. This day coincides with Holi, the festival of colors.
Holi typically falls in February or March in the Gregorian calendar, depending on the lunar cycle, so Lord Chaitanya’s birth is celebrated during this colorful festival.
The alignment of his birth with Holi is considered auspicious, symbolizing joy, devotion, and the spreading of divine love—qualities central to his teachings.
If you want, I can also explain why his birth on Holi has spiritual significance in Gaudiya Vaishnavism.
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