The period of Pitru Paksha is considered best to please the ancestors. This year Pitru Paksha started on 18th September, which ends today i.e. on 02nd October. The last day of Pitru Paksha is known as Sarvapitre Amavasya. Also, the festival of Mahalaya is also celebrated on this day. This date is considered special in the Sanatan scriptures, because on this auspicious day Mother Durga takes leave from Mount Kailash to arrive on earth. In such a situation, let us know in this article why the festival of Mahalaya Amavasya (Kab hai Mahalaya Amavasya 2024) is celebrated and about the measures to be taken on this day.
When is Mahalaya (Mahalaya 2024 Date)
According to the Panchang, the Amavasya date of Ashwin month has started on 01 October at 09:39 pm. At the same time, it will end on 03 October at 12:18 pm. In such a situation, the festival of Sarvapitre Amavasya and Mahalaya is being celebrated today i.e. on 02 October.
Mahalaya Amavasya Puja Muhurta 2024 (Mahalaya Amavasya 2024 puja Timing)
Kutup Muhurat - from 11:46 am to 12:34 pm.
Rauhin Muhurat - from 12:34 pm to 01:21 pm.
Afternoon period - from 01:21 pm to 03:43 pm.
That is why we celebrate Mahalaya Amavasya (Mahalaya Amavasya Significance)
On the day of Mahalaya Amavasya, the Shradh of ancestors is performed according to the rituals. Apart from this, Tarpan and Pinddaan are also performed for the ancestors. It is believed that by doing these works, ancestors get peace and salvation. By performing Tarpan, happiness comes in the life of the person. Apart from this, people get the blessings of Maa Durga and ancestors by donating food, money and clothes.
Do these remedies on the day of Sarvapitre Amavasya
Worship your ancestors and feed the poor. Pray to them for peace and happiness in life. It is believed that this will please your ancestors and their blessings will always remain with you.
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