Why is there so much interest in the ancestral side?
Why are the crows in Dharm Pitru Paksha so important? The crows have a very special meaning on the ancestral side. Not only is it a religious tradition, but there are many deep beliefs and reasons behind it. In Hinduism, the crows are considered ancestors. It is believed that our ancestors come to Earth as crows during Pitra Paksha. Therefore, food to the crow is directly like feeding your fathers. According to Garuda Purana, crows are considered the messenger of Yamraj. It is said that Yamraj gave a blessing to the crow that the ancestors would get the food to him. It is said that by giving food and water to the crows during Pitra Paksha, the defects such as Pitra Dosha and Calsarp Dosha present in the horoscope are removed. Pitra is happy by giving food to the crows and gives her blessings. During Shraddha in Pitru Paksha, food is taken out for ‘panchbali’, that is, five creatures, in which it is considered the most important to give food to the crow. If the crow takes the food of Shraddha, it means that the ancestors accepted the food and the Karma of Shraddha became successful. If a crow comes to eat with you, it is considered very favorable. This is an indication that your fathers are satisfied with you and your blessing. Click here Life & Style Click for more stories Click here