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In Sanatan religion, culture and Indian traditions, this entire fortnight of sixteen days of Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month i.e. Pitru Paksha (Pitru Paksha 2026) is considered to have special and extremely sacred significance, during which every Sanatani performs rituals like Tarpan, Pind Daan, Shraddha Karma and Brahmin food with full rituals for the peace and satisfaction of the souls of his deceased ancestors, forefathers and great-grandfathers. In this fast-paced life of modernity, this question often arises in the minds of people whether the ancestors become happy just by offering ‘Tarpan’ or are there some other special measures mentioned in the scriptures for them, which if done, increase the progress and happiness and prosperity of the family. It is described in great detail in our ancient scriptures, Garuda Purana and various religious Vedas that by taking some special and sure shot measures during these sixteen days of Pitru Paksha, not only one gets freedom from Pitru Dosh, but also all kinds of financial crises and family troubles going on in our life end forever. When we have full devotion, service and dedication towards our ancestors, their blessings directly protect our entire family and positive energy is transmitted in the house. Let us know in this detailed and special report, according to the scriptures, what are the special remedies which, if done during Pitru Paksha, make the ancestors very happy.
The real religious importance of Pitru Paksha and our responsibility towards our ancestors.
In the Sanatan Shastras, parents and Guru have been placed at the first place even before God, because it is through them only that we come into this material world and we receive our sanskars. When a person’s parents or ancestors leave this mortal body and go to the other world, our duty towards them does not end, but a new spiritual and intimate relationship begins. This entire fortnight of Pitru Paksha is a reminder that we should not forget our roots and express our gratitude towards those who have given us life. According to astrological beliefs, during Pitru Paksha, Sun God is in Virgo and our ancestors come closest to the mortal world in a subtle way and reside among their family members. During this time, if a person remembers his ancestors with full devotion, then he realizes that his descendants have not forgotten him, due to which he returns to his world satisfied and bestows the blessings of immense happiness, longevity, fame and prosperity to his entire clan.
Why is it the most important solution to kill crows, dogs and cows during Pitru Paksha?
In the scriptures, great importance has been given to Panchabali Karma for the satisfaction of ancestors, under which a portion of food is specially taken out for five living beings – cow, dog, crow, ant and gods. Among these, feeding crows, dogs and cows is considered the most important and mandatory solution. According to religious beliefs, crows are considered the messengers of Yamraj and it is believed that our ancestors come in the form of crows and consume the food taken out by us. Apart from this, the dog is considered to be the guardian of Lord Yama and feeding it helps in calming the obstacles of Yamaloka, whereas the cow is the abode of all the Gods and Goddesses and 33 crore pilgrims. During these sixteen days of Pitru Paksha, whenever food is prepared at home in the morning, first of all food should be taken out in the name of cow, crow and dog and fed to them. This is such a sure shot solution that by doing this the ancestors are immediately satisfied and all kinds of negative powers stay away from the house.
What special materials should be used during Tarpan and Pind Daan and what are the rules?
During Pitru Paksha, those people who are not able to go to Gayaji or the banks of any other holy river and offer Pind Daan can do the offering with full devotion by staying at their home. While doing tarpan, copper or bronze utensils should be used, and black sesame, kusha, barley, white flowers and raw milk should be mixed in the water. Filling water in Anjali and pouring it down while facing the South direction and reciting the names of one’s Gotra and ancestors is called Tarpan. Regarding black sesame, it is believed that it originated from the sweat of Lord Vishnu and its use instantly eliminates negative energy and ghostly obstacles. Along with this, it is considered best to perform Tarpan or Shraddha during Pitru Paksha in the afternoon (Akup Kaal). During this period, one should completely avoid any kind of auspicious celebration at home, buying new clothes or consuming tamasic food (onion, garlic, meat, liquor), because this period is completely dedicated to meditation, restraint and remembrance of ancestors.
Ancestors get ultimate peace through charity and charity to the poor, Brahmins and the needy.
The full fruit of any religious ritual is achieved only when there is a spirit of charity and charity attached to it. Donating food, clothes, umbrellas, shoes or slippers to the poor, helpless people, disabled people and needy Brahmins as per one’s capacity during these sixteen days of Pitru Paksha is considered a great donation. It is clearly stated in the scriptures that whatever you donate to the needy during this period, directly or indirectly reaches your ancestors and provides ultimate peace to their souls. Apart from this, on every date of Pitripaksha (e.g. from Pratipada to Amavasya), on the death anniversary of any ancestor, food should be given to an eligible Brahmin and Dakshina Dakshina should be given. If you are facing constant financial crisis, debt burden or repeated failures in your life, then try adopting all these small religious remedies with full devotion during Pitru Paksha, all the troubles of your life will go away and with the blessings of your ancestors, happiness, peace, prosperity and glory will always reside in your house.