Pitru Paksha 2024: It is considered necessary to follow certain rules during Pitru Paksha. In which some things are advised to be done and some things are prohibited. Let us know what to do and what not to do during Pitru Paksha.
In Hinduism, Pitru Paksha is considered to be of special importance. These 15 days of Shradh Paksha are considered special for the peace of the souls of ancestors. Let us tell you, every year Pitru Paksha falls from Bhadrapad Purnima Tithi to Amavasya Tithi. During this time, Tarpan and Pinddaan are done for the ancestors. It is believed that by doing this they attain salvation. Let us tell you, according to Garuda Purana, it is considered necessary to follow certain rules during Pitru Paksha. In which some things are definitely advised to be done and some things are prohibited. Let us know what to do and what not to do in Pitru Paksha.
what should be done in pitrapaksha
-Recite Pitru Chalisa during Pitru Paksha.
-In the evening during Pitru Paksha, go to the terrace and light a mustard oil lamp facing south.
-Follow celibacy rules during Pitru Paksha.
-Serve needy people during Pitru Paksha.
-Donate food, water and money during Pitru Paksha.
– Feed fodder to animals and birds daily during Pitru Paksha.
What should not be done during Pitru Paksha
-Do not do any shopping during Pitru Paksha and do not wear new colored clothes.
-Do not start any auspicious work during Pitru Paksha even by mistake. By doing this, a person suffers Pitra Dosh.
– Tamasic food should not be consumed during Pitru Paksha.
-Do not consume alcohol during Pitru Paksha.
-Do not consume greens, sattu, gram lentils, carrots, radishes, etc. during Pitru Paksha.
– During Pitru Paksha, do not insult the elders of the house even by mistake. Do not hurt anyone in the family.
-Do not harass animals, birds and creatures.
