Why is Garud Puran Path Important?

According to Hindu beliefs, the soul undergoes a transition phase (preta yoni) after death before attaining rebirth or liberation (moksha). The Garud Puran explains:

• ✔ The journey of the soul through Yamaloka (realm of Yama, the god of death)
• ✔ Karmic consequences of one’s actions in life
• ✔ Rituals to help the departed soul escape suffering
• ✔ Warnings about sinful deeds that lead to hellish consequences

Who Should Organize Garud Puran Path?

Families who have lost a loved one (within 13 days of death)

Those experiencing Pitra Dosha effects (financial troubles, health issues, ancestral curses)

During Pitru Paksha (Mahalaya) for collective ancestral peace

When Should Garud Puran Be Recited?

The ideal times for Garud Puran Path are:

• First 13 Days After Death (Mourning Period) – Helps the soul detach from earthly bonds.
• Annual Shraddha Ceremonies – Ensures ancestors’ blessings.
• Pitru Paksha (Mahalaya Fortnight) – Special time for ancestral worship.
• When Facing Pitra Dosha – Unexplained misfortunes may indicate ancestral unrest.

Best Muhurat (Auspicious Timings):

Early morning (Brahma Muhurta  4 AM to 6 AM)

Avoid Amavasya (New Moon) & Eclipse periods

 Garud Puran Path Rituals & Procedure

A complete Garud Puran Path includes:

1. Purification & Sankalp (Intention Setting)

The priest declares the purpose of the recitation.

A Kalash (sacred pot) is established with holy water, mango leaves, and coconut.

2. Daily Havan (Fire Ritual)

Mantras are chanted while offering ghee, herbs, and sesame seeds into the sacred fire.

3. Tarpan (Water Offerings)

Libations of water, milk, and black sesame are given to ancestors.

4. Brahmin Bhojan (Priest Feeding)

Feeding Brahmins is believed to please the departed souls.

5. Daan (Charity)

Donating food, clothes, and cows helps elevate the soul’s journey.

6. Pind Daan (Recommended in Gaya)

Offering rice balls (pindas) in Gaya is considered highly meritorious.

Duration:

Full Path: 23 days (complete recitation)

Condensed Version: 1 day (essential chapters)

Key Teachings from Garud Puran

• Afterlife Journey – Souls face judgment based on their karma.
• Hell & Heaven Descriptions – Consequences of good and bad deeds.
• Importance of Shraddha – Ancestors must be honored for family prosperity.
• Moksha (Liberation) – Ultimate goal to escape the cycle of rebirth.

 Benefits of Garud Puran Path

• ✔ Liberates the departed soul from suffering
• ✔ Resolves Pitra Dosha (ancestral curses affecting health, wealth, and relationships)
• ✔ Brings peace to the family by removing negative energies
• ✔ Ensures ancestral blessings for prosperity

Can Garud Puran Path Be Done Online?

Yes! Many temples and priests offer livestreamed Garud Puran recitation for those unable to attend physically.

Conclusion

The Garud Puran Path is a sacred ritual that ensures the departed soul’s peaceful transition and protects the living from ancestral karmic debts. Whether performed after a death or during Pitru Paksha, this powerful recitation brings divine blessings and family harmony.

📞 Book a Garud Puran Path today and honor your ancestors with Vedic wisdom!