About Sarva Pitru Amavasya Pitra Shanti Puja

Mahalaya Amavasya, also known as Sarva Pitru Amavasya, marks the concluding day of Pitra Paksha Shraddha rituals. According to Garuda Purana and Matsya Purana, it is the most sacred time to honor departed ancestors and seek their blessings. The Manu Smriti states: “Tripta pitara tripta deva” – meaning when ancestors are satisfied, the Devas too become pleased, showering prosperity upon the family

The Pitra Shanti Puja performed on this day includes Tarpan (water oblations), Pind Daan (offering of rice balls), and Shraddha rituals accompanied by Vedic mantras. This worship ensures liberation (moksha) for departed souls, eradicates Pitru Dosha, and strengthens family fortune. Scriptures like the Brahma Purana emphasize that without Shraddha, even great yajnas remain incomplete. Hence, Mahalaya Amavasya is seen as a divine bridge connecting the living and the departed.

At Kashi—the eternal city where even death is considered liberation—this puja holds supreme merit. Performing Pitra Shanti Puja on Mahalaya Amavasya here is said to grant unbroken lineage blessings, protection from karmic burdens, and upliftment of the soul, ensuring peace for ancestors and prosperity for descendants.

Significance of Pitra Shanti Puja

Mahalaya Amavasya holds profound spiritual significance as it ensures peace for ancestors and blessings for their lineage.

Scriptural Authority: Mentioned in Garuda Purana and Brahma Purana, it is the holiest day for Pitru Shanti.

Karmic Relief: Dissolves ancestral curses and karmic debts obstructing prosperity.

Family Prosperity: Ancestors’ blessings flow as protection, harmony, and spiritual progress.