What happens to the soul if it dies prematurely? Know what Garuda Purana says?

A lot has been said in Indian scriptures about untimely death. In Hindu tradition the journey of the soul after death is described in the Garuda Purana.

Garuda Purana throws light on topics like the movement of the soul and salvation. Many people ask this question, what happens to the soul if there is premature death? Garuda Purana also answers this question.

When a person dies before the natural time, it is called premature death. There can be many reasons behind this, such as accident, murder, suicide or serious illness.

According to the Puranas, after untimely death the soul remains in confusion and pain. He has to leave the body suddenly. Due to which the soul may have to wander due to its incomplete tasks and desires.

What happens to the soul after untimely death?

• Obstacles in attaining salvation: The soul does not attain salvation immediately after untimely death. The soul keeps wandering on earth due to unfulfilled desires.
• Impact of negative energy: Untimely death can impact the soul with negative energy, which requires worship and rituals to pacify it.
• Mention in Garuda Purana: According to Garuda Purana, after untimely death the soul often goes to the ghostly form. This situation continues until proper tarpan is done.

Solution to give salvation to the soul.

• 1. Shraddha and Tarpan: It is very important to perform Shraddha and Tarpan using holy water, incense and special mantras for the peace of the soul.
• 2. Chanting Mahamrityunjaya Mantra: Chanting Mahamrityunjaya Mantra of Lord Shiva gives peace to the soul.
• 3. Pind Daan: Pind Daan helps in taking the soul to moksha or next birth.
• 4. Prayer and meditation: Family members can pray for the peace of the soul by doing regular meditation and prayers.
• 5. Religious measures: It is necessary to take religious and spiritual measures to take the soul on the path of salvation.

Untimely death can be a difficult experience, but it is part of the norm. The cooperation of family and society is necessary for peace and salvation of the soul. The main responsibility of the family is to give peace to the soul and show it the way forward through rituals and prayers.