Purnima Tithi Begins – 18:49 on Sep 28th, 2023
Purnima Tithi Ends – 15:26 on Sep 29th, 2023

Purnima Shraddha, an observance steeped in tradition and significance, is alternatively known by the names Shraddhi Purnima and Proshthapadi Purnima Shraddha (प्रोष्ठपदी पूर्णिमा).

Delving deeper into the ritualistic landscape, an intriguing detail reveals itself. Mahalaya Shraddha, the commemorative rites performed for those who departed on Purnima Tithi, intriguingly take place on Amavasya Shraddha Tithi, not on Bhadrapada Purnima as one might initially presume. The timing of Bhadrapada Purnima Shraddha, falling a mere day prior to Pitru Paksha, might suggest a connection. However, it remains distinctly separate, with Pitru Paksha typically commencing the day following Bhadrapada Purnima Shraddha.

The ritual of Bhadrapada Purnima Shraddha bears similarity to Pitru Paksha Shraddha in being categorized as a Parvan Shraddha (पार्वण श्राद्ध). The most propitious time to engage in this ritual spans from the Kutup Muhurat and Rohina to other Muhurats lasting until the conclusion of Aparahna Kala. A key component of the Shraddha ceremony, Tarpan (तर्पण), is traditionally performed at its culmination.