Shradh 2023: Celebrity Astrologer Parduman Suri Shares Special Instructions for Observing Pitru Paksha and Seeking Ancestral Blessings

Renowned Astrologer Offers Insights into Pitru Paksha Significance and Remedies for Pitru Dosha

Shradh, also known as Pitru Paksha, holds immense spiritual and cultural significance in the Hindu calendar. This period provides an opportunity to remember and pay respects to one’s ancestors through specific rituals and guidelines.

With Pitru Paksha commencing on September 29, 2023, and concluding on October 14, 2023, it’s essential to understand its importance and follow the recommended practices. Celebrity Astrologer Parduman Suri, India’s Youngest Astrologer, Vastu Consultant, Nostradamus awardee, and Motivational Speaker, has shared special instructions for observing Shradh, its historical significance, and remedies for Pitru Dosha.

Observing Shradh aka Pitru Paksha:

During the 16-day Shradh period, individuals should adhere to specific guidelines to ensure a meaningful observance:

1) Maintain Inner Peace: The importance of tranquility during Shradh cannot be overstated. Avoid anger, conflicts, and haste while performing the rituals. Let this time be marked by reverence and serenity.

2) Auspicious Donations: Making donations of a bull or buffalo is considered highly auspicious during Shradh. These acts symbolize deep respect and gratitude towards one’s ancestors.

Historical Significance of Shradh:

Shradh is deeply rooted in Hindu scriptures and mythology, with several stories emphasizing its significance:

1) Mahabharata: Bhishma Pitamah elucidated the importance of Shradh during Pitru Paksha to Yudhishthira. After the Mahabharata war, Yudhishthira performed Shraddh for the departed warriors.

2) Karna’s Redemption: The tale of Karna, the legendary warrior, highlights the vital role of Shradh. When Karna reached heaven but received gold instead of food, it was revealed that he had neglected feeding his ancestors. This incident marked the inception of Pitru Paksha and Karna’s return to Earth.

3) Lord Rama: Even before the Mahabharata era, Lord Rama initiated the tradition of feeding crows during Shraddh, highlighting the timeless nature of this practice.

Dealing with Pitru Dosha:

Pitru Dosha arises from ancestral displeasure or specific astrological combinations. Remedies include:

1) Feeding the Needy: Individuals afflicted with Pitru Dosha can seek forgiveness and appease their ancestors by providing meals to the less fortunate.

2) Pitru Tarpan: Performing Pitru Tarpan during the Shraddh Paksha satisfies the ancestors for a year and can mitigate the effects of Pitru Dosha.

The Benefits of Pancha Mahabali:

Pitru Paksha provides a unique opportunity to seek liberation from life’s challenges, such as Kaal Sarpa Dosha. Apart from feeding the needy, offering Pancha Mahabali can be highly advantageous. These offerings include Gau Bali (cow), Shwan Bali (dog), Kag Bali (crow), Dev Bali (Brahmin), and Pipalika Bali (ants).

By presenting these offerings, individuals express gratitude towards their ancestors and seek blessings for a prosperous and harmonious life.

Additional Considerations:

During Shradh, individuals should also keep the following considerations in mind:

1) Food Preparation: Refrain from preparing Tamasic food during the Shradh period.

2) Abstaining from Intoxicants: Avoid consuming intoxicating substances and refrain from using oil, gold, perfume, and soap on the body during Pitru Paksha days.

3) Emotional Balance: Do not give in to anger, engage in arguments, or rush through the Shradh rituals.

4) Avoiding Auspicious Events: It is advisable to avoid organizing auspicious events like marriage, Mundan (tonsure ceremony), Upanayana (sacred thread ceremony), foundation stone laying, and housewarming during this period.

5) Performing Rituals: Traditionally, the head of the family or the eldest male member performs the Shradh. In the absence of a male member, any other male family member can offer water to the ancestors. Sons and grandsons can also participate by performing Tarpan.

6) Ritual Items: Use white flowers and essential items like Ganga water, honey, milk, white cloth, and sesame seeds during Shradh rituals.

Placement of Ancestral Photos:

When displaying ancestral photos:

• Position them facing the north with the ancestors’ faces towards the south.
• Avoid placing ancestral photos in the bedroom or drawing room to protect the household members’ health.
• Limit the number of ancestral photos to one to prevent negative energy.
• Place photos on wooden stands, and refrain from hanging them or placing them in the house’s temple or kitchen.