Purnima Shraddha: Date, Significance, Method And Result Of Pitru Tarpan

The Shraddha Paksha (Pitru Paksha) holds special significance in Hinduism. Each date holds its own significance in this ritual performed for the peace and salvation of the souls of ancestors. Shraddha performed on the full moon day is called Purnima Shraddha. This Shraddha is performed for those ancestors who passed away on the full moon day. It is believed that by offering tarpan to the ancestors as per the rituals on this day, they become satisfied and bless them, bringing happiness and prosperity to the family.

Method of Purnima Shraddha

1. Take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
2. Remember your ancestors and take a pledge.
3. Perform tarpan with black sesame seeds, water, and kusha grass in a sacred place.
4. Use sesame seeds, barley, rice, and ghee for Pind Daan.
5. Offer food and donations to a Brahmin or a qualified priest.
6. Feeding cows, dogs, crows, and ants is also considered virtuous.

Results of Purnima Shraddha

1. The souls of ancestors attain satisfaction and peace.
2. Negative energy and Pitra Dosh in a person's life are reduced.
3. Happiness, peace, and prosperity prevail in the home.
4. With the blessings of ancestors, one attains children, wealth, and health.

Special Belief

If a person does not know the death date of his ancestors, he can satisfy them by performing Shraddha on the Amavasya or Purnima Tithi of Pitru Paksha. Purnima Shraddha is also known as Purnima Shraddha Tithi or Purnima Pitru Tarpan.