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Pitru Paksha Shradha
Pitru Paksha Shradha

Pitru Paksha Shradha

Pitru Paksha, also known as Mahalaya Paksha, is a 15-day lunar period when Hindus pay homage to their ancestors through rituals like Shraddha and Tarpan. In 2025, Pitru Paksha begins on September 7 (Sunday) and concludes on September 21 (Sunday), aligning with Sarva Pitru Amavasya.

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2025 Pitru Paksha Shraddha Dates:

  • Purnima Shraddha: September 6, 2025 (Saturday)
  • Pratipada Shraddha: September 7, 2025 (Sunday)
  • Dwitiya Shraddha: September 8, 2025 (Monday)
  • Tritiya Shraddha: September 9, 2025 (Tuesday)
  • Chaturthi Shraddha: September 10, 2025 (Wednesday)
  • Panchami Shraddha: September 11, 2025 (Thursday)
  • Shashthi Shraddha: September 12, 2025 (Friday)
  • Saptami Shraddha: September 13, 2025 (Saturday)
  • Ashtami Shraddha: September 14, 2025 (Sunday)
  • Navami Shraddha: September 15, 2025 (Monday)
  • Dashami Shraddha: September 16, 2025 (Tuesday)
  • Ekadashi Shraddha: September 17, 2025 (Wednesday)
  • Dwadashi Shraddha: September 18, 2025 (Thursday)
  • Trayodashi Shraddha: September 19, 2025 (Friday)
  • Chaturdashi Shraddha: September 20, 2025 (Saturday)
  • Sarva Pitru Amavasya: September 21, 2025 (Sunday)

Significance of Pitru Paksha

  • It is believed that during this period, ancestors' souls visit the earthly realm.
  • Performing Shraddha rituals ensures their peace and spiritual liberation.
  • Brings blessings, protection, and prosperity to the current generation.
  • The eldest son or male family member usually performs the rituals.

Key Rituals Performed

  • Pinda Pradana: Offering pindas (rice balls mixed with ghee, honey, milk, curd, and sugar) to the ancestors.
  • Tarpana: Water oblation with black sesame seeds to please the departed souls.
  • Feeding Brahmins: Offering meals and Dakshina to Vedic Brahmins symbolizing service to ancestors.

Guidelines During Pitru Paksha

  • Avoid starting new ventures or celebrating festivals.
  • Follow a strict vegetarian and sattvic lifestyle.
  • Avoid garlic, onion, and non-vegetarian food.
  • Dedicate time to chanting, charity, and prayers.

About the ePuja

Only Live ePuja is available for Pitru Paksha Shraddha rituals.

  • You or your family members will join the live session virtually while trained Vedic pandits perform the Shraddha, Tarpana, and Pinda Pradana rituals on your behalf.
  • Your name, gotra, and ancestor details will be recited during the Sankalpa.
  • All rituals are done at a sacred Vedic center or temple as per Shastras.

This ensures personalized participation, spiritual sincerity, and proper closure in the presence of divine energies.

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