By Pt. Nilesh Sharma
A tale of devotion, blessings and ancestor’s grace showing how faith and fasting can transform life.
Ashadha Amavasya is a highly revered and auspicious day in the Hindu calendar, especially dedicated to the peace of ancestors, pitr tarpan, donation and spiritual purification. This day is not only important from a religious perspective but also plays a vital role in astrology and family welfare. The rituals performed on this day are believed to remove negativity from life, calm pitr dosha and bring prosperity and mental peace to the family. The alignment of the Sun and Moon on this day also provides a unique opportunity for spiritual upliftment and blessings from the ancestors.
Long ago, there lived a Brahmin and his devout wife in a small village. They were devoted worshipers of Lord Vishnu and their lives were blessed with wealth, food, clothing and property. However, despite all these worldly riches, there was one thing that troubled them deeply- the joy of having children. They had been praying for years to Lord Vishnu for a child but the blessings had not yet come. The lack of progeny filled their lives with emptiness and despair.
One day, the Brahmin decided to undertake a rigorous penance to attain a child. He bid farewell to his wife and went into the forest. There, under a banyan tree, he sat down and began his penance, completely immersed in the worship of Lord Vishnu. He endured harsh conditions- sun, rain, cold and heat- and continued his prayers day and night. As years passed, his body became weak but still, he did not receive his desired blessing of a child. Overcome with despair, the Brahmin decided to end his life.
Just as the Brahmin was about to hang himself on the banyan tree, a divine light spread across the area. A radiant woman appeared before him- she was none other than Sukha Amavasya Devi. With compassion in her eyes, she spoke, "O Brahmin, your fate holds no progeny for seven lifetimes. But I am pleased with your penance and I will grant you two daughters. Tell your wife to observe the Sukha Amavasya vrat for one year and donate a bowl of rice on every Amavasya day with utmost faith."
The Brahmin returned home and shared the divine message with his wife. His wife, full of faith and determination, started observing the Sukha Amavasya vrat with complete devotion. Every Amavasya, she bathed, prayed and donated rice. Soon, the couple was blessed with two beautiful daughters, named Amavasya and Poonam.
As time passed, both daughters grew up. Amavasya was religious, humble and full of service. She dedicated herself to the worship of God and to helping others. Her home was filled with peace, prosperity and happiness. On the other hand, Poonam, although outwardly beautiful, indulged in material pleasures and laziness. She distanced herself from dharma and righteousness, leading her home into poverty and turmoil.
One day, Amavasya learned that her sister, Poonam, was suffering. Her home lacked wealth, peace and children. Amavasya, with a heart full of compassion, went to her sister’s home, bringing many gifts. She explained to Poonam the significance of the Sukha Amavasya vrat and how it had brought peace and prosperity into her life. Poonam, understanding her sister’s words, also began observing the vrat with full devotion and discipline. Within no time, her life transformed- her home was filled with prosperity, peace and she was blessed with a child.
Ashadha Amavasya is not just a date on the calendar but a day to connect with our ancestors, express gratitude, purify our soul and bring harmony to our family. The worship, tarpan and donations done on this day not only bring peace to the ancestors but also pave the way for happiness, peace and prosperity in the lives of their descendants. This day reminds us of our roots, our traditions and our spiritual responsibilities, urging us to honor our ancestors by fulfilling our duties for their peace.
The Ashadha Amavasya vrat is a powerful reminder that even in the face of adversity, faith, patience and devotion can open the doors to miracles. Through the pitr tarpan and the blessings of our ancestors, we can experience spiritual growth, prosperity and peace. Let us embrace this sacred day with reverence, knowing that by following the righteous path, we can transform our lives and bring peace to our families.
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