Ekadashah Shraddh (एकादशाह श्राद्ध)

“Atma ki shanti aur pitru lok mein sthaapan ke liye ekadash din ka pavitra kriya”

The Ekadashah Shraddh is a sacred ritual performed on the 11th day after a person’s death. It is part of the Antyeshti Sanskar and is considered a crucial step in helping the departed soul transition peacefully to the ancestral realm (Pitru Lok). This ritual is performed with devotion, purity, and a sense of spiritual responsibility by the family members.

Spiritual Significance

• Marks the cleansing and elevation of the soul after death
• Prepares the soul for final rites and ancestral acceptance
• Offers pind daan, tarpan, and shraddha to ensure peace and moksha
• Strengthens the bond between the living and the departed through karma and dharma

Ritual Highlights

• Ganesh Pujan – To begin the ceremony with auspiciousness
• Pind Daan – Offering of rice balls to nourish and guide the soul
• Tarpan – Water offerings to ancestors
• Ekadashah Shraddh Pujan – Includes mantras, havan, and offerings
• Brahman Bhojan or Bhandara – Feeding of Brahmins or the needy as punya karma
• Aarti and Prasad Distribution

Service Details

• Location: Siddhbalaji Manokamna Mandir or at the family’s residence
• Duration: 2 to 3 hours
• Includes: Purohit services, puja samagri, prasad, and ritual guidance
• Customizable: Based on family traditions and regional customs