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Pitru Paksha ShradhaPitru 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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