Pitra Shanti Puja is a Hindu ritual performed to honor and seek blessings from one’s ancestors, known as “pitras.” According to Hindu beliefs, performing this ceremony can bring peace to the departed souls of ancestors and help resolve any ancestral issues that might affect the present generation.
The ritual involves various steps, including prayers, offerings, and specific mantras chanted by priests or family members. Offerings such as food, water, and other items are made to appease the ancestors’ spirits. The puja is typically conducted by a qualified priest and is often performed on specific days according to the Hindu calendar, such as during the Pitru Paksha period, a fortnight dedicated to honoring ancestors.
The purpose of Pitra Shanti Puja is to express gratitude to one’s ancestors, seek their blessings for the well-being of the family, and to alleviate any potential ancestral disturbances or negative influences on the family’s fortunes. It’s believed that by performing this ritual with devotion and sincerity, one can bring harmony to the family and receive blessings from their forefathers.