Astha Amavasya 2024: Amavasya is dedicated to the ancestors. On this day, holy bath and donations to the needy and Brahmins have special importance. Dhoop and meditation is done for the ancestors in the afternoon of Amavasya. It is believed that this brings blessings from the ancestors.
The lineage grows. Amavasya is considered special for getting rid of Pitra Dosh, Kalsarp Dosh and Shani Dosh. When is Ashadh Amavasya in 2024 this year, know the exact date, Puja Muhurta and importance.
When is Ashadha Amavasya 5 or 6 July 2024? (Ashadha Amavasya 5 or 6 July 2024)
Ashadha Amavasya will begin on July 5, 2024 at 04:57 am and will end the next day on July 6, 2024 at 04:26 am.
On Amavasya Tithi, it is prescribed to take bath during Udayatithi and perform Shradh rituals for ancestors during afternoon. In such a case Ashadh Amavasya 5th July 2024 will be celebrated on.
Ashadh Amavasya 2024 Muhurat (Ashadha Amavasya 2024 Muhurat)
- wee hours – 04.08 am – 04.48 am
- Time of Shraadh – 11.30 a.m. – 12.54 p.m. (This time is called Kutup period)
Importance of Ashadh Amavasya (Ashadha Amavasya Significance)
It is mentioned in Garuda Purana that if a person forgets to perform tarpan for his ancestors during Pitru Paksha for some reason, then he can perform tarpan, pinddaan and shraddha on Ashadh Amavasya, this brings virtue. It is also called Halharini Amavasya. This day is very special for farmers, hence Mother Earth is specially worshipped on this day.
Method of worship of Ashadh Amavasya (Ashadha Amavasya Puja Vidhi)
- If you are unable to take a bath in the river on Ashadh Amavasya, then take a bath at home by mixing Gangajal in the water. Offer water to Sun God.
- Worship Lord Vishnu and Mahalakshmi. Chant the mantra Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay during the puja. Give donation to a Brahmin.
- Perform tarpan and pinddaan for the peace of the souls of ancestors. In the afternoon, burn incense on a stick made of cow dung, feed Brahmins, feed cow, crow, dog, bird etc.
- In the evening, offer water and milk on the Shivling. Chant the mantra Om Namah Shivaya. Light a mustard oil lamp under the Peepal tree and recite Shani Chalisa for the ancestors, this removes Shani Dosh.
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