Amavasya — Pitru Tarpan & Deepdaan

Pitru (ancestors)VishnuShiva 30 minEasy

7 steps10 mantras~9 min of recitationFull puja ~30 min

When

Amavasya morning

Duration

30 min

Deity

Pitru (ancestors), Vishnu, Shiva

On the new moon the ancestors (pitrus) are believed to await remembrance from their descendants. Offering water with black sesame, feeding animals and the needy, and lighting a lamp facing south for them is an act of gratitude that is believed to bring their blessings and peace to the family.