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Karma Karyam (Death Rituals)Karma Karyam (Death Rituals)
In Sanatana Dharma, Karma Karyam refers to the Antima Samskara – the final and most essential rite among the 16 Hindu Samskaras. These rituals are performed after the passing of a loved one to ensure that their Atma (soul) attains peace, liberation, and a smooth journey to Pitru Lokha.
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Performing these rites as prescribed in the Vedas and Shastras is considered an essential duty of the family. The rituals not only offer peace to the departed but also bring spiritual protection, mental peace, and ancestral blessings to the living family.
Sequence of Rituals (1st to 13th Day)
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Day 1:
- Apara Kriya is done by a Vadhyar at home after the person passes away
- Body is taken to the cremation ground – homa, sankalpa, and daanams are performed before the cremation
- Either wood-based or electric cremation is done
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Day 2 or 3:
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Asthi Sanchayanam (collection of ashes)
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Day 3 to Day 9:
- Nitya karma vidhi, daily tarpana, and priestly offerings performed at home or sabha
- Pitru parayanam and shanti japams
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Day 10:
- Gnati Tarpanam, Shanti Homam, Vedaparayanam, and Vedic Aaradhana
- Dhanams to Vadhyars and brahmins are offered as per custom
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Day 11:
- Ekodishta Shraddham, Rudra Japam, and Navagraha Parigara homams
- 4 to 11 priests chant Rudram and take part in the rituals
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Day 12:
- Sapindikarana Shraddham and Sodha Kumbha Shraddha
- Priest formally merges the departed soul into Pitru lineage
- Major daanams (bedding, umbrella, mat, vessel, vastram) are offered
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Day 13:
- Navagraha Shanti Homam, Subham Karyam, marking the closure of mourning
- Return to household activities with blessings of ancestors
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- All rituals are performed at your home or sabha, depending on space and community setup
- Pandits can be arranged based on your sutra (Apastamba, Vaikanasa, or Smartha tradition)
- Tithi, shubha muhurtham, and samagri are all managed by BookMyPooja
- Optional online darshan/participation for relatives abroad
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