What is Tripindi Shradha?
Tripindi Shradha is a ritual for one's last rite to attain salvation (Moksha).
Why should Tripindi Shradha be performed?
Tripindi Shradha is performed to free the soul of the person from worldly desires and allow the departed soul to rest in peace.
When can Shradha be performed for our ancestors (Forefathers)?
The Shradha for ancestors is performed in the month of Ashwin based on the day of their death.
What is the Vidhi for performing Tripindi Shradha?
The Vidhi includes Kalash Sthapana, Panchang Sthapana, Gauri Ganesh Pooja, Shodasha Matrika Poojan, Navagraha Poojan, Sarvotabhadra Poojan, Swasti Vachan, Sankalpa, Ganesh Mahadev Poojan, Abhishek, Planetary Chanting, Deep Poojan, Varun Poojan, Shankh Poojan, Tarpan (from father's, mother's, and wife's side), Shadopchar, Tripindi Pooja, Pind Daan, Visarjan, Donation to Brahmin, Cow feeding.