Day 6
Shashthi (Sixth Day)
Shashthi is traditionally associated with stability, protection, and nurturing energy. Performing Shraddha on this day helps bring mental peace and provides spiritual nourishment to souls who experienced physical turbulence or illnesses in their final days.
Special remembrance
Particularly remembered for those family members who suffered from prolonged illness or sudden operational stress before their passing.
Mantra
ॐ शान्ताय पितृभ्यो नमः॥
Om Shantaya Pitribhyo Namah
Salutations to the peaceful and calming ancestral souls.
Self-serve ritual steps
- Clean a quiet space facing South, wearing clean, light-colored clothes.
- Perform Tarpan using water, raw milk, unpolished rice, and sesame seeds while chanting the mantra.
- Feed the first portion of food to a cow, crow, and dog before eating.
Section context
Shashthi to Dashami Tithis
Namaste. As we continue our journey through Pitru Paksha, think of these middle days as a deeply personal conversation with your lineage. Just as every family member has a unique place in your heart, our ancient traditions assign specific tithis so no soul is left unremembered.