Pitru Paksha 2023: Who First Performed Shradh? The Answer Lies In Mahabharata And Know How To Do Tarpan

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Pitru Paksha 2023: The month of Ashwin is very important because, in the Krishna Paksha of this month, offerings are made to the deceased ancestors by family members to please them and attain their blessings.

It is believed that if one's ancestors are not happy, their children also cannot live happily and Pitru Dosha remains on these children. Therefore it is important that offerings are made to the forefathers during this phase. Let us know who started shradh first and how tarpan is done for ancestors. Read on.

Pitru Paksha 2023: Who First Performed Shradh?
Pitru Paksha holds immense significance in Hinduism and it finds mention in the Hindu epic Mahabharata's chapter titled Anushashan Parva.

In this chapter, Bhishma Pitamah mentions the offerings made during Pitru Paksha. Bhishma tells Pandu's son Yudhishthir that first of all Atri Muni told Maharishi Nimi that by performing Shraddha of the ancestors in the Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month, the ancestors are pleased.

Although after death the body dissolves into five elements but the soul is immortal. That soul, under the spell of illusion, one day comes to earth to see its children. Those who have died are pleased if their offerings are made during Krishna Paksha on that date. After this, Maharishi Nimi offered prayers to his ancestors and became free from Pitru Dosha.

When Maharishi Nimi told this to other sages, other sages also started offering tarpan. After this it became a tradition. Since then, people started offering tarpan in the Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month due to which Krishna Paksha also came to be known as Pitru Paksha.

Pitru Paksha 2023: How To Do Tarpan For Deceased Ancestors
During Pitru Paksha, there are some strict rules that one needs to follow in order to please the deceased ancestors. You need to do the following rituals.
1. Make a ring with your hands, place black sesame seeds in it and then add water to it.
2. After this, feed the Brahmin and then animals and birds.
3. You need to feed a crow as it is considered very auspicious.
4. Engage in charitable works and donate items to a needy person.
5. Stay away from vices. Do not lie or harass anyone on this day.
6. Consciously create positive thoughts and control your anger.

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