Chaturmas Amavasya is expected on July 5.
Devotees engage in the rituals of pind daan during this month for ancestor’s peace and salvation.
According to the Hindu calendar, the new moon of the Chaturmas holds a very special significance. It is believed that on the new moon day of the Ashadha month, devotees’ can work towards the salvation of their ancestors. This renowned astrologer gives more insight on what should be done during this period, which would help the ancestors find peace. The first month of Chaturmas is Ashadha, which starts from June 23. The new moon of the Ashadha month is expected on July 5. As per beliefs, devotees engage in the rituals of pind daan during this month for ancestor’s peace and salvation.
Renowned astrologer from Haridwar, Pandit Shridhar Shastri says that the Ashadha month is perfect for completing any type of work for the ancestors. According to him, on the first day of Chaturmas Amavasya, performing rituals and tarpan will make your ancestors attain peace. The religious text in Hinduism, also talks about the importance of the period, as per more information. So, engaging in religious activities during this period is of high importance. The work done for the ancestors not only ensures peace for them, it is believed to provide a lot of other benefits.
In the four months of Chaturmas, it is believed that Lord Vishnu is in a deep slumber. So, worshipping him during this period can bring good results. As per more beliefs, auspicious activities like weddings, griha pravesh or other related activities are avoided. The devotees only engage in the worship of Lord Vishu with mantra chanting and rituals to please him.
In this period, doing charities holds a lot of importance. One devotee must make donations of food, clothes and other items, for the ones in need. This period includes the occasions of Navaratri, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and some other major events.