What works should not be done during Pitru Paksha?
The 16 days of Pitru Paksha i.e. Shradh are dedicated to honoring our ancestors. It is believed that the souls of our departed loved ones come to earth during Shradh. People pray for their ancestors during these days and also offer them prasad. Pitru Paksha will begin on September 18, 2024 and end on October 2, 2024. Let us know what you should not do during this holy time. You should not make such mistakes in Pitru Paksha for your ancestors.
Keep distance from these food items
If you are a non-vegetarian, you should avoid non-veg food items during Shraddha. It is advisable to stay away from non-veg to respect your departed loved ones. You should also avoid drinking alcohol during these days. Apart from this, some people also avoid eating garlic and onion during Pitru Paksha.
You should not buy new things
It is believed that one should not buy new clothes or new jewellery on these days. Apart from this, it is also advised not to host or attend any wedding, party or any kind of celebration. During these days, you should remember your ancestors and try to maintain peace in your home environment.
Keep distance from fights
During Shraddha, negative energy should be prevented from being generated in the house. This is the reason why there should be no fights in the house during these days. Seeing an atmosphere of quarrels instead of an atmosphere of peace and happiness in your house can hurt your ancestors.
Avoid cutting hair/nails
For your information, let us tell you that according to Hindu beliefs, hair or nails should not be cut during Pitru Paksha. It is believed that such activities during these days can create negative energy in the house.
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