Pitru Paksha 2023 : is 16 days in the Hindu calendar during which families cherish and honour their ancestors. It is a time of offering food, water, and prayers to dead souls. This practice is follow with complete faith by people, especially in Indian families. During this time, people perform rituals to bring peace of mind to the souls of the ancestors. This blog will detail how to provide water during Pitru Paksha, the correct manner of doing it, and why.
What is Pitru Paksha 2023
Pitru Paksha generally comes in September or October, depending on the lunar cycle. Pitru Paksha in 2023 starts on 29 September and ends on 14 October. The final day, known as Sarvapitri Amavasya, is believe to be the most significant day to do shraddha.
This is the period spent on giving reverence to the spirits of one’s ancestors. The ancestors’ spirits are thought to descend to the world during this period and take the offerings offer by their descendants. The rituals enable the spirits to be peaceful and unattached to the world.
Importance of Offering Water (Jal Daan)
Why is Water Offer
In Hindu culture, water is consider a life-giving element. To offer water to ancestors (Tarpan) in Pitru Paksha is believe to provide their souls with rest. Water is offer with sesame seeds, barley, and kusa grass, and mantras are recite. Offering water is symbolic. It is symbolic of respect, remembrance, and providing peace to the ancestors.
Spiritual Meaning of Tarpan
Tarpan is satisfaction or fulfilment. When you offer water, you try to satisfy the spiritual pangs of your ancestors. It is suppose that if the offerings are made in devotion, the ancestors bless the family with joy, prosperity, and health. Forgetting these rituals can induce Pitru Dosha, which can result in problems in family life, marriage, or career life.
The Right Way of Offering Water to Ancestors
When to do Tarpan
Tarpan should be done in the morning, after a bath and when you put on clean clothes. It must be done on the exact tithi (date) equivalent to the death anniversary of the ancestor during Pitru Paksha. In case this date is not know, then the Sarvapitri Amavasya ritual is advise.
Where to do the Ritual
Tarpan is usually perform traditionally near a water body, like a pond or a river. If not possible, it can be done at home in a clean container or front of a Tulsi plant. The area should be serene and clean.
Material Required for the Ritual
- Black sesame seeds
- Barley
- Kusa grass (if found)
- Water (holy water from a sacred river, if possible)
- Cow’s milk (optional)
- Rice and black gram
- Flowers
- A silver or copper plate free from impurities
You may also consult Astroeshop’s online ritual support service in order to ensure that all the steps are follow in the correct sequence.
Steps for Giving Water
- Sit facing the south direction.
- Take water in a copper container.
- Combine black sesame seeds and barley with the water.
- Include kusa grass if possible.
- Slowly pour water while invoking the name of the deceased soul.
- Do the above three times for each of your ancestors.
Chanting Mantras During Tarpan
Mantras are load with spiritual power. Vedic mantras are chant in the ritual to awaken the ancestors and invoke their benedictions. You may take help from Astroeshop to get in touch with a learned pandit for the correct recitation of mantra.
What Else Needs to Be Done During Pitru Paksha 2023
Food (Pind Daan)
Pind Daan is yet another important ritual where rice balls with sesame seeds, honey, and ghee are made as offerings to the ancestors. This is typically done at sacre places like Gaya, Haridwar, or Prayagraj. If it is not possible to travel, Astroeshop also offers remote Pind Daan services by professional priests at these places on your behalf.
Feed Brahmins and Cows
Feeding Brahmins, cows, and poor people is a ritual. Feeding lovingly and respectfully is thought to provide satisfaction to the souls of ancestors. You can donate food, clothes, or money according to your means.
Avoid Certain Activities
- There are certain things suggest to be avoid during Pitru Paksha:
- Do not start new work or sign any big contracts.
- Do not cut hair or nails.
- Avoid buying new garments and high-value items.
- Avoid non-vegetarian food and alcohol.
- Improve the home environment.
These habits help maintain the spiritual atmosphere and energy of the house throughout this time.
Astroeshop Reminders for Pitru Paksha 2023
Pitru Paksha ceremonies are intricate, and without expert assistance, they become confusing. Astroeshop offers experienced Vedic pandits who will guide you through the ceremonies. You can opt for online services for:
- Personalised Shraddha Puja
- Online Pind Daan in Gaya
- Horoscope reading for Pitru Dosha
- Ancestor peace remedies
You can either do puja material at home with step-by-step instructions or take the rituals done by Astroeshop’s experts on your behalf with your gotra and name.
What is Pitru Dosha and How to Eliminate It
Pitru Paksha 2023: Pitru Dosha signs
Pitru Dosha is said to be creat if the souls of ancestors are disturb. This can cause postponement of marriage, disease, and financial loss. The indications are as follows:
- Repeated failures in professional life
- Sudden illnesses
- Regular quarrels among family members
- Postponement of giving birth
- Marital problems
- Cures for Pitru Dosha
- Do Tarpan and Shraddha once a year
- Schedule Pitru Dosh Nivaran Puja
- Offer food alms on Amavasya or Pitru Paksha
- Read the Garuda Purana or hear it
- Visit Gaya or any pilgrimage place for Pind Daan
Astroeshop offers special Pitru Dosha Nivaran Puja performed by educated Brahmins with complete rituals.
Conclusion
Pitru Paksha is a remembrance of our beginning and responsibility towards elders. It is not just a ritual but also a way to identify with family culture and keep the blessings of elders alive in our lives. Whether you perform Tarpan at home or book a far-off ritual through Astroeshop, above all, your intention and dedication matter.
By observing Pitru Paksha the proper way, you not only share peace with the souls but also invite blessings and positivity towards yourself.
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