Yamidip Danam
NepaliAlso known as: Yama Deepdan
Yamidip Danam
About Yamidip Danam
Yamidip Danam is observed on the first day of Tihar (Kag Tihar), when oil lamps are lit for Lord Yama, the god of death, to seek protection from untimely death.
Lamps are placed at crossroads, temples, and along riverbanks as offerings to Lord Yama and his messengers.
The ritual is performed with the belief that lighting these lamps will guide departed souls and protect the living from the fear of death.
In Nepal, Yamidip Danam is observed at dusk with great reverence, with families placing oil lamps at every doorway and crossroads.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The evening is dedicated to lighting lamps for Lord Yama and seeking protection from untimely death.
- Prepare oil lamps for the Yama offerings.
- Light lamps at crossroads, doorways, and temples.
- Offer prayers to Lord Yama for protection.
- Share the festive meal with family.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The day is marked by lamp lighting and prayers for protection.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Prepare oil lamps with mustard oil and cotton wicks.
- Light the lamps at crossroads and doorways.
- Offer prayers to Lord Yama for protection.
- Perform aarti and share the festive meal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Lamps are lit for Lord Yama to seek protection from untimely death and to guide departed souls to peace.
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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