Mauni Amavasya — Date, Vidhi & Timing

Significance

Sacred day of silence and pitru tarpan; bathing in sacred rivers brings merit.

Niyam (rules)

1. Many devotees observe silence (maun) and take a holy dip if possible.
2. Offer tarpan to ancestors with sesame, water, and black sesame seeds.
3. Avoid starting auspicious new ventures unless guided by local tradition.

Vidhi (how to observe)

1. Wake early, bathe, and offer arghya to Surya Dev if your tradition includes it.
2. Perform pitru tarpan facing south with black sesame and water.
3. Donate food, clothes, or sesame to the needy.
4. Spend the day in prayer, silence, or pilgrimage if possible.