Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2025: Date, Auspicious Time, Rituals, and Remedies
Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2025 will be observed on 21 September (Sunday) with auspicious muhurats for Shraddha rituals between 11:50 AM to 3:53 PM. This day is dedicated to honoring ancestors through Tarpan, Pinddaan, charity, and food offerings. Worshipping the Peepal tree and lighting a mustard oil lamp are considered auspicious for receiving blessings and removing Pitru Dosh.
Pitru Paksha, a 15-day period for paying tribute to ancestors through food offerings, starts on 7th September this year. Sarva Pitru Amavasya, the last day of Pitru Paksha, holds special significance for seeking blessings from ancestors through specific rituals.
Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2025 Date and Time
The Amavasya Tithi of Ashwin month will begin on 21 September 2025 at 12:16 PM and end on 22 September 2025 at 1:23 AM. Hence, Sarva Pitru Amavasya will be observed on Sunday, 21 September 2025.
Subh Muhurat for Pitru Puja and Shraddha:
- Kutup Muhurat: 11:50 AM – 12:38 PM
- Rauhin Muhurat: 12:38 PM – 1:27 PM
- Afternoon Muhurat: 1:27 PM – 3:53 PM
- Important Rituals on Sarva Pitru Amavasya
Wake up early, take a holy bath, and perform Tarpan, Pinddaan, and food offerings to ancestors. Additionally, charity and feeding animals are considered auspicious on this day.
Peepal Tree Remedies on Pitru Amavasya
On Sarva Pitru Amavasya, honoring the Peepal tree is significant as it is believed to be the abode of ancestors.
- Perform seven parikramas around the Peepal tree.
- Light a mustard oil lamp with black sesame seeds under the tree.
- Planting a Peepal tree near a temple is believed to bring peace and prosperity.
Significance of Sarva Pitru Amavasya
Observing rituals on Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2025 helps in receiving blessings from ancestors, removing Pitru Dosh, and fostering harmony, prosperity, and well-being within the family.
