Day-by-day guide
Pitru Paksha tithis
Who to remember on each tithi, which mantra to chant, and how to offer Tarpan at home.
1
Purnima / Pratipada (First Days)
General family members who passed away on Purnima or Pratipada tithis, as well as elders whose death dates align with lunar transitions.
2
Dwitiya (Second Day)
Ancestors passing on Dwitiya tithi.
3
Tritiya (Third Day)
Ancestors passing on Tritiya tithi.
4
Chaturthi (Fourth Day)
Ancestors passing on Chaturthi tithi.
5
Panchami (Fifth Day)
Unmarried or young departed family members passing on Panchami.
6
Shashthi (Sixth Day)
Particularly remembered for those family members who suffered from prolonged illness or sudden operational stress before their passing.
7
Saptami (Seventh Day)
Elders or family members who passed away during transition phases of life, carrying unfulfilled worldly responsibilities.
8
Ashtami (Eighth Day)
Maternal ancestors (Nanhaal/Matrilinear lineage) who played key nurturing roles in the extended family matrix.
9
Navami (Ninth Day)
Deceased mothers, married women of the family, and female ancestors who nurtured the lineage with unconditional love.
10
Dashami (Tenth Day)
Ancestors who passed away on Dashami tithi, as well as general family elders who maintained unity during challenging times.
11
Ekadashi (Eleventh Day)
Ancestors who practiced deep spiritual discipline, devotion, or lived a life of quiet sacrifice during their time on earth.
12
Dwadashi (Twelfth Day)
Ascetics, renunciates, or elders who lived detached lives devoted to charity and higher knowledge.
13
Trayodashi (Thirteenth Day)
Children, youth, or family members who faced unexpected hurdles, helping their journey towards peace.
14
Chaturdashi (Fourteenth Day)
Family members who passed away due to accidents, sudden tragedies, or violent/unnatural circumstances.
15
Sarvapitri Amavasya / Mahalaya (Fifteenth/Final Day)
All ancestors across generations whose exact death anniversary dates are unknown, as well as forgotten souls of the lineage.