Margashirsha Amavasya 2024: The last day of the Krishna Paksha in the Margashirsha month is Amavasya. Performing tarpan and shraddha for ancestors on this day brings happiness and prosperity. Being Amavasya, rituals such as bathing, charity, and other religious activities are conducted.


Religious deeds performed on this day are believed to yield endless blessings. Offering charity for the peace of ancestors is considered especially auspicious. Let’s find out when Margashirsha Amavasya 2024 falls, along with its date and puja timing.


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Margashirsha Amavasya 2024 Date


Margashirsha Amavasya falls on December 1, 2024. According to ancient scriptures, observing a fast on this Amavasya not only satisfies ancestors but also pleases Brahma, Indra, Rudra, the Ashwini Kumaras, Surya, Agni, as well as all living beings, including animals and birds.


Margashirsha Amavasya 2024 Time



  • The Margashirsha Amavasya of 2024 will begin on November 30 at 10:29 AM and end on December 1 at 11:50 AM.

  • The auspicious time for rituals is from 9:33 AM to 12:10 PM.


Freedom From Pitra Dosh On Margashirsha Amavasya


On Amavasya, while remembering your ancestors, offer a little Ganga water, black sesame seeds, sugar, rice, water, and flowers to a Peepal tree. Chant the mantra "Om Pitrubhyo Namah". Reciting the Pitru Sukta and Pitru Stotra on this day is considered highly auspicious and brings positive outcomes.


How To Perform Tarpan For Ancestors


To perform Tarpan for ancestors, first take Kusha (sacred grass) in your hand. With folded hands, remember your ancestors and invite them by chanting the mantra:
"Om Agacchantu Me Pitarah Evam Grihnantu Jalanjalim."


After invoking them, offer water along with the Kusha as a gesture of respect and reverence.







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