Pitru Paksh 2025: In Hinduism, Pitru Paksh holds immense spiritual significance. This sacred 16-day period is dedicated to honouring ancestors through Shradh rituals, prayers, and offerings. It is believed that during this time, forefathers descend from Pitru Lok to bless their descendants. In 2025, Pitru Paksh will begin on 7 September and conclude on 21 September, with Purnima Shradh falling on the opening day.
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Spiritual Importance Of Pitru Paksh 2025
Astrologer and spiritual expert Dr Anish Vyas explains that Shradh is performed to bring peace to the souls of ancestors. According to scriptures, offering tarpan, pind daan, and donations ensures that the souls attain moksh and shower blessings on their families. Without ancestor blessings, it is believed that a person may face obstacles such as Pitru Dosh in the horoscope, causing struggles, accidents, and unrest in family life.
Why Shradh And Tarpan Are Essential
The word Shradh itself means devotion and faith. During this period, offerings of water, food, and prayers are made with utmost sincerity. It is believed that Lord Yama, the deity of death, allows departed souls to visit their families during Pitru Paksh to accept these offerings. Feeding crows during Shradh is also a key tradition, as crows are considered messengers of ancestors.
Rituals Performed During Pitru Paksh
Every year, devotees perform rituals like:
- Pind Daan – rice balls offered with sesame seeds and prayers.
- Tarpan – offering water mixed with sesame to ancestors.
- Havan and charity – donations to Brahmins and the needy.
- It is also customary to prepare meals for Brahmins and offer food to crows, symbolising ancestors accepting the offerings.
Rules And Prohibitions During Pitru Paksh
Since Pitru Paksh is dedicated to ancestors, auspicious functions such as marriages, housewarmings, and naming ceremonies are avoided during this time. It is also considered inauspicious to buy or wear new clothes. Instead, the focus remains on prayers, charity, and remembrance of forefathers.
Ideal Time For Shradh Rituals
While daily pujas to deities are performed in the morning or evening, rituals for ancestors are specifically conducted in the afternoon around 12 pm. Devotees begin with daily ablutions and bathing, followed by offerings of water (jal daan) and food.
Complete Shradh Dates For Pitru Paksh 2025
- 7 September – Purnima Shradh
- 8 September – Pratipada Shradh
- 9 September – Dwitiya Shradh
- 10 September – Tritiya & Chaturthi Shradh
- 11 September – Panchami Shradh
- 12 September – Shashthi Shradh
- 13 September – Saptami Shradh
- 14 September – Ashtami Shradh
- 15 September – Navami Shradh
- 16 September – Dashami Shradh
- 17 September – Ekadashi Shradh
- 18 September – Dwadashi Shradh
- 19 September – Trayodashi Shradh
- 20 September – Chaturdashi Shradh
- 21 September – Sarva Pitru Amavasya
- 22 September – Matamaha Naan Shradh
The Blessings Of Pitru Paksh
Pitru Paksh is not only about seeking peace for ancestors but also about expressing gratitude. When forefathers are remembered with devotion, they bestow blessings of health, prosperity, and peace on the family. Shradh, Tarpan, and Pind Daan performed with sincerity bring harmony and remove difficulties caused by Pitru Dosh.
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