Shraddh Rituals – Honoring Ancestors in Pitru Paksha                    
                    
                    
                 
            
        
        
                        
                                            
                            
                        
                    
                    
                        
                                                            
                                    
                                        What is Shraddh?                                    
                                
                            
                                                            
                                    
                                        Shraddh is a sacred ritual performed during Pitru Paksha to offer respect to ancestors. It is believed that the souls of ancestors visit earth during this period.                                    
                            
                         
                    
                    
                        
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                                        Rituals Performed                                    
                                
                            
                                                            
                                    
                                        Tarpan (offering water with sesame seeds). Preparing traditional food (kheer, puri, and sabzi). Feeding Brahmins and giving donations.                                    
                            
                         
                    
                    
                        
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                                        Importance of Shraddh                                    
                                
                            
                                                            
                                    
                                        Brings peace to ancestors’ souls. Removes obstacles and brings prosperity. Avoids Pitru Dosha (ancestral imbalance).                                    
                            
                         
                    
                    
                        
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                                        Mythological Beliefs                                    
                                
                            
                                                            
                                    
                                        Lord Yama allows ancestors to visit earth in this time. References of Shraddh are found in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.                                    
                            
                         
                    
                    
                        
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                                        Benefits of Shraddh                                    
                                
                            
                                                            
                                    
                                        Blessings for wealth, health, and happiness. Ensures peace and satisfaction in the family. Brings growth, harmony, and positive energy.                                    
                            
                         
                    
                    
                        
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