Shraddha & Tarpan Pooja

A Timeless Ritual to Express Gratitude, Seek Blessings, and Cleanse Karmic Debts

In Sanatan Dharma, Shraddha is not just a ritual—it’s an offering of love, gratitude, and responsibility toward those who came before us. It is believed that even after death, the soul maintains a subtle connection with the family, and when remembered with sincerity and devotion, they bless us from beyond.

Tarpan, which literally means “to satisfy,” is the ritual of offering water, sesame seeds, and mantras to satisfy and uplift the souls of our ancestors. Together, Shraddha and Tarpan act as a bridge—between generations, between the living and the departed, and between karma and peace.

At Moksh Dham, we help you perform these rituals correctly, as per Vedic vidhi, because when done right, they purify your lineage, remove Pitru Dosha, and invite lasting peace and blessings.

And if you’re going through financial challenges, we’ll still perform the Shraddha Pooja free of cost, with complete respect and authenticity.

Who Should Perform Shraddha & Tarpan?

Everyone who has lost a parent, grandparent, or close relative
Families who haven’t performed annual Shraddha or Amavasya rituals
Those experiencing family unrest, stagnation, or recurring setbacks
Individuals whose astrologer has indicated ancestral imbalance or Pitru Dosha
Those feeling a strong emotional calling to connect with their roots

Benefits of Shraddha & Tarpan
Grants peace and satisfaction to departed ancestors
Strengthens your karmic foundation with blessings from your lineage
Removes Pitru Dosha and clears ancestral obstacles
Brings emotional closure and spiritual relief to the family
Enhances overall harmony, mental clarity, and life progress

How the Ritual Is Performed

Sankalp – A spiritual vow taken in the name of the departed
Tarpan Offering – Water mixed with black sesame, kusha grass, and barley is offered with mantras
Shraddha Ritual – Cooked food (usually kheer, puri, sabzi) is offered to ancestors with sacred prayers
Brahmin Bhoj / Gau Daan – Feeding of Brahmins or cows as an act of punya
Final Blessing & Donation – Offerings of clothes, fruits, and dakshina in memory of the ancestors

You Don't Need Wealth to Remember Your Ancestors

If you’re unable to afford the expenses of a full Shraddha Pooja, we’ll still conduct it for you.
Because no soul should remain hungry for prayers, and no child should be stopped from fulfilling their dharma due to money.

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What is the difference between Shraddha and Tarpan?

Tarpan is the water-based offering with mantras for the soul’s satisfaction. Shraddha involves full offerings of food and prayers to honor and uplift the departed.

When should I perform Shraddha?

Every year on the tithi (lunar date) of the death
On Amavasya (New Moon Day)
During Pitru Paksha, a 16-day period meant for ancestors
Or as advised by your family pandit or astrologer

Can women perform Shraddha?

Traditionally, it is done by the male heir. However, if there’s no male heir, or if a woman feels emotionally and spiritually called to do it—she can perform it with full devotion, and we support it.

What if I don't know the ancestor’s gotra or date of death?

It’s okay. The sankalp can be made with honest intention. Vedic rituals honor the emotion behind it just as much as the detail.

I cannot afford the cost of the ritual. Can I still do it?

Absolutely. At Moksh Dham, we offer free Shraddha and Tarpan rituals for families who are going through financial hardship. Everything from samagri to pandit seva is taken care of—with full devotion.