Pratiprada Shradham
NepaliAlso known as: First Day Shradh
Pratiprada Shradham
About Pratiprada Shradham
Pratiprada Shradham is observed on the first day of Pitri Paksha, marking the beginning of ancestor worship rituals.
On this day, the first tarpan and pind daan offerings are made to the ancestors.
Devotees perform the rituals at sacred rivers and temples, seeking the peace of their departed loved ones.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The day marks the beginning of ancestor worship rituals for the Pitri Paksha fortnight.
- Visit a sacred river or water body.
- Perform the first tarpan and pind daan offerings.
- Offer water and sesame seeds to ancestors.
- Begin the 16-day ancestor worship period.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The day is marked by ancestor rituals and spiritual reflection.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Visit a sacred river or water body.
- Prepare and offer pind daan to ancestors.
- Offer water mixed with sesame seeds with mantras.
- Begin the 16-day ancestor worship period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The first day of Pitri Paksha, when the initial ancestor worship rituals are performed.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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