Ghata Chaturdashi – The fourteenth Day of Mahalaya Pitru Paksha

The fourteenth day of Mahalaya Pitru Paksha is known by many names. ‘Ghata Chaturdashi’, ‘Tarpan Chaturdashi’, ‘Vishashastra Hataadinaam Chaturdashi’ and so on. Shradh is especially performed on this day to those, who may have suffered unnatural death like accidents, fire incidents, insect bites, animal bites or during combats of any kind.

Pitru Paksha is a 16-day period dedicated to honoring one's ancestors or departed souls. It usually falls in the waning fortnight of the Hindu lunar month of Bhadrapada, which corresponds to September-October. Ghata Chaturdashi that occurs on the fourteenth day of Mahalaya Paksha Shradh period is when, Shradh and tarpan are offered to those departed in the family, who may have died through

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Unique Appearance of Ganesha

Lord Ganesha is very distinctive in his appearance. He is depicted with the head of an elephant and a potbelly. Ganesha's four arms typically hold various objects, including a broken tusk, a noose, an elephant goad, and a sweet delicacy called ‘Modak’, symbolizing his multifaceted nature. For mobility, he is depicted riding a rat. The elephant head symbolizes wisdom, intelligence, and foresight, while the potbelly represents the ability to contain all knowledge. Marital status of Lord Ganesha is also

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PurePrayer invites everyone to embark on a personal journey of Sanatan Dharma for self-discovery, leading to spiritual growth, ethical living, and the ultimate pursuit of liberation. In a rapidly changing world, the eternal wisdom of Sanatan Dharma continues to guide seekers toward higher consciousness and a deeper understanding of the eternal truths that govern existence.

Sanatan: The Eternal and Timeless

The word "Sanatan" is derived from Vedic Language Sanskrit. It translates to "eternal," "perpetual," or "timeless."

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Mahalaya Pitru Paksha 2024 | What | When | How & Why’s

Mahalaya Pitru Paksha is an auspicious period. A Paksha is a fortnight. Also known as Pitru Paksha, it enables us to come together. This is a not to be missed annual ritual, to honour and pay our respects to our ancestors and departed loved ones. This very sacred fortnight, holds deep significance in our tradition. It offers us the opportunity to express our gratitude and remember those who have passed on.

Mahalaya Pitru Paksha will be observed from 19^th September, 2024 to 02^nd October, 2024. During this Paksha or fortnight period, it is believed that our ancestors visit us. it is our sacred duty to offer them food, prayers, and perform rituals to ensure their well-being in the afterlife.

Mahalaya Paksha Shraddha | Pitru Paksha Shraddh – A brief ove

Who should perform the Maha Bharani Shraddha & Why?

Maha Bharani Shradh or Bharani Shraddha is performed on the day with Bharani Nakshatram during Mahalaya Pitru Paksha, to those departed ancestors who may have died, during Bharani Nakshatra. It is also considered very auspicious to offer this Bharani Shradh to all the ancestors, since Lord Yama is the overlord of this Nakshatram.

As we approach the auspicious period of Mahalaya Paksha, also known as Pitru Paksha, let us come together to honour and pay our respects to our ancestors and departed loved ones.

PurePrayer brings you the importance of Bharani Shraddha and the essential points to be noted performing this.

Significance of Bharani Shraddha:

Importance of Bharani Shraddha and other forms of Shraddha puja is mentioned in the several Hindu Puranas like ‘Matsya Purana,’ ‘Ag

What is the importance of Madhyashtami Paksha Shradh Ritual?

‘Madhyashtami’ or ‘Madhya Ashtami’ Shradh is an auspicious Pitru Paksha Shradh ritual during the Mahalaya Pitru Paksha fortnight. In the traditional Panchangam (The Hindu Calendar), it is performed on the Ashtami Thithi (8^th day) during the ‘Krishna Paksha’ (the waning phase of moon) ‘Bhadrapada Maasa’. These rituals are performed to seeking peace granted to the Atmas (souls of the ancestors) or ‘pitrs’. The deceased ancestors pleased by the puja, then bless their family members with good health, wealth and prosperity. Madhya Ashtami Shradh is observed in general, at Gaya- Prayag Sangam, Gokarna, Haridwar, Kashi-Varanasi, Rameswaram and Rishikesh Theertha Kshetras. In addition to the shradh rituals, many devotees also worship Lord Shiva on the day of Madhya Ashtami. Several offerings are made to the lord to seek His divine blessings.

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DASHA MAHA VIDYAS AND HOMAM

PurePrayer brings you an insight of Dasha Maha Vidyas and Homam during the occasion of Dasha Maha Vidya Homam performed in Kashi- Varanasi Punnya kshetra.

Did you know, Dasa Maha Vidya Homam is also performed as a Shatru Badha Puja and considered highly suited for Janata Representatives & Business Leaders and rise to Higher Ranks or Power, to reach Zenith of Politics? 

The interdependence of Dashamahavidyas and Navavarana Puja lies in their shared focus on the worship of the divine Shakti, the feminine energy in Hinduism. Dashamahavidya refers to the ten forms of the Goddess, while Navavarana Puja is a ritualistic worship involving the nine enclosures of the Sri Chakra Yantra.

Dasha Maha Vidyas Importance

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This year, how about celebrating your birthday the ancient Vedic way with PurePrayer? Celebrate your birthday on the day of your Janma Nakshatra. Janma Nakshatra is your birth star—the star on which the moon was situated at the time of your birth. As per astrology, Janma Nakshatra plays a decisive role in our lives; it determines our character, our personality, and o

Maha Shivaratri 2025 | Great Night of Lord Shiva | Rudrabhishekam

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