Mahalaya marks the beginning of Navratri and Durga Puja. It is the end of Pitra Paksha and the beginning of the Devi Paksha. Devi Paksha is the waxing phase of the moon which comes in the month of Ashwin as per the Hindu lunar calendar.
The Mahalaya falls on a no moon day and is also called the Mahalaya Amavasya. It is a tradition in India to offer food to their ancestors in this time. It is believed that if this is not done, then soul of the person will remain unsatisfied after death.
It is believed that Goddess Durga starts Her journey to earth with her family on the day of Mahalaya. Mahalaya is the last day of the Pitra Paksha or the period when Hindus offer homage to their deceased ancestors. It is the day of remembrance for the deceased forefathers.
The ritual of 'Tarpan' is performed on this Special day. People offer prayers and sweets to ancestors to seek their blessings.
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The Mahalaya falls on a no moon day and is also called the Mahalaya Amavasya. It is a tradition in India to offer food to their ancestors in this time. It is believed that if this is not done, then soul of the person will remain unsatisfied after death.
It is believed that Goddess Durga starts Her journey to earth with her family on the day of Mahalaya. Mahalaya is the last day of the Pitra Paksha or the period when Hindus offer homage to their deceased ancestors. It is the day of remembrance for the deceased forefathers.
The ritual of 'Tarpan' is performed on this Special day. People offer prayers and sweets to ancestors to seek their blessings.
ALSO READ- Significance of Mahalaya
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