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Pitru Paksha is a sacred period in Hinduism dedicated to paying respect and performing rituals for deceased ancestors. The word “Pitru” means ancestors, and “Paksha” refers to the lunar fortnight. During this period, Hindus perform the Shradh Puja, a ritual to honor and appease the souls of departed family members. The observance is rooted in…
Mahalaya Amavasya, also known as Pitru Paksha, is a deeply revered period in Hindu culture, a time when families come together to pay homage to their ancestors. This 15-day period, also called the “Fortnight of the Ancestors,” begins with the full moon in the Hindu lunar month of Bhadrapada and ends on the no-moon day…
Mahalaya Amavasya, also known as Pitru Paksha Amavasya, is an important Hindu observance that falls during the dark phase of the lunar month of Ashwin. It is the day when Hindus pay homage to their ancestors by offering prayers, food, and rituals. In 2024, Mahalaya Amavasya is observed on October 2, 2024. This day holds…