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How To Do Pitru Paksha Puja at Home? Process & Instructions

Published by Sushil On March 14, 2024

Pitru Paksha is a 16-day festival observed by Hindus to commemorate and mourn departed ancestors. Conducting the Pitru Paksha Puja at home is a sacred tradition aimed at providing salvation to the spirits of ancestors. This blog post will explore the process of performing this puja with reverence and devotion.

Key Takeaways

  • Pitru Paksha: 16-day Hindu festival honoring ancestors.
  • Panditjibooking conducts Shraddha ceremonies for ancestor salvation.
  • Pinda Daan, Yagna, Pitru Dosha Pooja: rituals to honor ancestors.
  • Perform Puja at home with essential materials.
  • Follow Puja Vidhi for proper rituals.
  • Offer ghee and jaggery to ancestors for blessings.
  • Perform Pitru Paksha Amavasya Puja for prosperity.
  • Panditjibooking offers personalized assistance.
  • A proper Shradh ceremony ensures ancestral blessings.
  • Contact for Pitru Paksha services: +91-9310521782.

Preparation & Samagri for Pitru Paksha Puja

How To Do Pitru Paksha Puja at Home

The first step in performing the Pitru Paksha Puja at home is to gather the necessary items, known as samagri, in advance. These items include:

  1. A wooden stool (Aasan)
  2. Barley and black sesame seeds were placed on a white cloth
  3. An image of the ancestral or Kusha grass
  4. Cow dung cake
  5. Copper or bronze utensils

To set up the ritual space, place the wooden stool facing south and cover it with a white cloth. Spread black sesame and barley seeds on the cloth, and position the image of your ancestor or Kusha grass on it.

During the Pitru Paksha period, respectfully invite the presence of your ancestors by addressing them by name and last name, expressing a heartfelt invitation for them to join the puja.

To prepare offerings, mix water, raw cow’s milk, rice, barley, and sesame seeds in a copper or bronze utensil. Also, create a rice ball (Pinda) by mixing cooked rice with gangajal, milk, and honey.

Offering Rituals For Pitru Paksha Puja

Pitru Paksha Puja
  • Place the rice ball on a leaf in front of the ancestor’s picture or Kusha grass.
  • After the ceremony, you can choose to offer the rice ball to a cow or submerge it in a nearby river.
  • In this ritual, ghee is poured over a cow dung cake with a sprinkle of jaggery, and the complete burning of the jaggery symbolizes the acceptance of the offering by ancestors.

The Pitru Paksha Amavasya Pooja is conducted with sincerity and gratitude towards ancestors, honoring their legacy and blessings for the family’s prosperity and happiness.

Conclusion:

The Pitru Paksha Puja is a traditional observance aimed at honoring ancestors and seeking blessings for a fulfilling life. Panditjibooking offers expert assistance and personalized funeral services for those in need during this solemn occasion.

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FAQs:

Q: What is Pitru Paksha, and why is it observed for 16 days?

Ans: Pitru Paksha is a Hindu festival that lasts 16 days and is dedicated to honoring departed ancestors to bring them peace and salvation. It aligns with specific lunar phases considered auspicious for rituals for the deceased.

Q: What role does Panditjibooking play in the Pitru Paksha ceremonies?

Ans: Panditjibooking helps with Shraddha ceremonies for ancestor salvation during Pitru Paksha, offering personalized assistance and guidance for performing the rituals with devotion.

Q: What are some essential rituals performed during Pitru Paksha Puja at home?

Ans: Key rituals for honoring ancestors in Hinduism include Pinda Daana, Yagna, Pitru Dosha Pooja, setting up a ritual space, offering rituals like pouring ghee over cow dung cakes, and conducting the Pitru Paksha Amavasya Puja.

Q: How can one prepare for Pitru Paksha Puja at home?

Ans: To conduct a puja at home, gather items like a wooden stool, barley, sesame seeds, cow dung cakes, and utensils. Set up the space, pray to ancestors, and prepare offerings such as rice balls.
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