In Hinduism, each Sankranti holds special significance, but Mithuna Sankranti is considered exceptionally auspicious for receiving ancestral blessings and performing charitable deeds. This astronomical event, 'Mithuna Sankranti,' occurs when the Sun transitions from Taurus to Gemini. This auspicious day will be observed on June 15th, 2025 (Saturday).
It is believed that Tarpan (water offering), charity, and bathing performed on this day are highly beneficial not only religiously but also for spiritual purification. Let's explore the specific actions to perform on Mithuna Sankranti to please ancestors and remove life's obstacles.
Spiritual Significance of Mithuna Sankranti
Sankranti signifies transition or entry. Mithuna Sankranti marks the Sun's entry into Gemini, symbolizing the influx of positive energy. Scriptures suggest that Tarpan and charity performed on this day satisfy the souls of ancestors, leading to happiness, prosperity, and peace in life through their blessings.
The Auspicious Benefits of Bathing
Bathing in a sacred river, lake, or reservoir is considered ideal on Mithuna Sankranti. If this isn't feasible, bathe using water mixed with Ganga Jal (Ganges water). This purifies the body and mind, preparing one for religious activities.
Performing Pitru Tarpan – Bestowing Peace on Ancestors' Souls
- After bathing, face south and meditate on your ancestors.
- Perform Tarpan by adding black sesame seeds, barley, and Kusha grass to water.
- Recite your Gotra (lineage) and chant the mantra 'Gotre asmakam Vasurupnaam Shraddha TiloDakam Datum Namah,' releasing the water three times between your thumb and index finger.
- This process satisfies ancestors and reduces Pitru Dosha (ancestral afflictions).
Offering Arghya to the Sun – Removing Negativities
Offering Arghya (water offering) to the Sun God promotes spiritual growth.
- Fill a copper vessel with water.
- Add black sesame seeds, red flowers, and jaggery.
- Chant the mantra 'Om Suryaya Namah' while offering Arghya to the Sun.
This remedy removes Sun-related negativities and improves health.
Donation of Food – An Offering to Ancestors
Donating cooked food or raw grains to the needy, elderly, or Brahmins on Mithuna Sankranti is highly meritorious. You can prepare Khichdi, Puri-Sabzi, sweets, etc., and feed the underprivileged.
This pleases ancestors and ensures abundance of food and wealth.
Donation of Black Sesame Seeds – Liberation from Shani Dosha
Donating black sesame seeds holds special significance on Mithuna Sankranti.
- Donating it to a Brahmin or needy person
- alleviates Shani Dosha (Saturn's negative influence)
- and helps ancestors attain Moksha (liberation).
This remedy helps in freeing oneself from Pitru Rin (ancestral debt).
Cow Service – A Simple Path to Ancestral Blessings
Cow service is considered highly meritorious in Hinduism.
- Feeding a cow green grass, jaggery, or chickpeas on this day
- pleases your ancestors
- and removes Vastu Dosha (architectural defects) from the home.
Pipal Worship and Deepdaan (Lighting Lamps)
On Mithuna Sankranti, light a lamp under a Pipal tree, offer water, and chant the mantra 'Om Namah Bhagavate Vasudevaya'.
- This pleases ancestors
- and promotes planetary harmony.
Special Precautions and Religious Conduct
- Avoid meat, alcohol, anger, and harsh words on this day.
- Maintain silence as much as possible and engage in meditation and devotional singing.
- Refrain from lying and consume only Sattvic (pure) food.
Mithuna Sankranti is not merely an astrological event but a festival of ancestral love and spiritual purification. Through Tarpan and charity performed on this day, we respectfully remember our ancestors and enrich our lives with their blessings. On June 15th, 2025, embrace these simple yet effective remedies and receive ancestral grace.
