Shradh in Varanasi
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Shradh is a ritual where offering is made to the ancestors like food, water and their favourite items. It is mainly done to satisfy the unfulfilled wants of spirits. The Shradh is done for mainly one ancestor and prayers include the last three generations of the ancestors from both father’s and mother’s sides. This ritual in Varanasi is done for the spirits of the ancestors to find peace and moksha. The duration of Shradh is usually 15 days, although it can be shorter or longer depending on individual beliefs and regional customs.
First, the mantras are chanted and Sankalp is taken in the name of the devotees. Then the prayer is done for all the ancestors of the husband’s and wife’s families. After that mantras are chanted according to the Vedic ritual and food made of rice and also water is offered to the ancestors. At last, prayer is done to all the ancestors to accept all the rituals and forgive for all the mistakes made. Then the devotees have to take a bath.
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Benefits of Shradh Puja in Varanasi
Shradh is performed to take blessing from our departed ancestors. The soul blesses you and removes all the negative energy from the life of the devotee. Additionally increases harmony and well-being between the family members.
Place of Puja
At Harishchandra Ghat, Varanasi
Required Things (Puja Samagri)
Milk(दूध), Black Seasame(काला तिल), Jho Flour(झो आटा), Fruits(फल), Flowers(पुष्प), White Thread(सफेद धागा), Chandan(चंदन), Rice(चावल), Dhoop(धूप), Turmeric(हल्दी), Incense Sticks(अगरबत्तियां)
When to Perform Shradh Puja?
Shradh Puja in Varanasi has to be performed according to proper ritual and mahurat.
Shradh Puja Duration
Shradh Puja in Varanasi requires time around 4 Hours.
Yajman Details
- Total Yajman: 5
