Shradh Puja
Shradh is an important Hindu ceremony. It is a Puja to the departed ancestors’ salvation (atma shanti) (paternal as well as maternal). It is an expression of respect and loyalty to ancestors.
It will bring good fortune to their descendants and so positive energies for advancement. The descendent is also blessed materially by the pitra/forefathers. As material hurdles or issues are removed, the individual can advance spiritually. This puja is incredibly effective and heals major ailments. This is done to heal chronic diseases and other body aliments. Those who are always sick should perform this pooja for quick recovery. This puja is for Business or Career Success, and Protection from Evils and Enemies.
Procedure of Shradh Puja In Banglore
The most important parts of Shraddha rituals are:
Vishwadeva Sthapana (विश्वेदेव स्थापना)
Pindadan (पिण्डदान)
Feeding the Brahmin (Tarpan)
Pindadan is the act of giving rice, cow’s milk, ghee, sugar, and honey to the ancestors in the shape of a pinda (a round heap). Pandadan should be done with all your heart, devotion, feelings, and respect for the soul of the person who died.
Tarpan is an offering of water that has been mixed with black sesame, barley, kusha grass, and white flour. People think that Tarpan makes the spirits of the dead happy.
To finish the Shraddha ritual, you must feed the Brahmin. Before food is given to a Brahmin, it is also given to the crows.