Pitru Paksha 2023: Pitru Paksha is dedicated to ancestors. During this time, Shraddha is performed for the peace of the souls of the ancestors. According to the Panchang, Pitru Paksha begins on the full moon day of Bhadrapada month and ends on the new moon day of Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month. Pitripaksha i.e. Shraddha has special significance in the Hindu religion. During Pitru Paksha, Shraddha rituals are performed for the ancestors by remembering them with reverence. During Pitru Paksha, by offering offerings to ancestors and performing Shraddha rituals, they attain salvation. During this time, Shraddha is performed not only for the salvation of the ancestors but also to show respect towards them. There is a tradition of giving water to one's ancestors with reverence during Pitru Paksha. In such a situation, let us know about the Tarpan method, rules, ingredients, and mantra…
When is Pitru Paksha 2023 starting?
Pitru Paksha is starting from 29th September 2023 this year. It will end on October 14.
Date Day Tithi/Shraddha
29 September 2023 Friday Purnima Shraddha
29 September 2023 Friday Pratipada Shraddha
30 September 2023 Saturday Dwitiya Shraddha
01 October 2023 Sunday Tritiya Shraddha
02 October 2023 Monday Chaturthi Shraddha
03 October 2023 Tuesday Panchami Shraddha
04 October 2023 Wednesday Shashthi Shraddha
05 October 2023 Thursday Saptami Shraddha
06 October 2023 Friday Ashtami Shraddha
07 October 2023 Saturday Navami Shraddha
08 October 2023 Sunday Dashami Shraddha
09 October 2023 Monday Ekadashi Shraddha
11 October 2023 Wednesday Dwadashi Shraddha
12 October 2023 Thursday Trayodashi Shraddha
13 October 2023 Friday Chaturdashi Shraddha
14 October 2023 Saturday, Sarva Pitru Amavasya
Tarpan method in Pitru Paksha
During Pitru Paksha, offerings should be made to the ancestors every day. For tarpan, you should use kush, akshat, barley, and black sesame. After offering tarpan, pray to the ancestors and ask for forgiveness for your mistakes.
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