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新月

அமாவாசை

新月之日(无月),以供品追念先祖的神圣之日。

即将到来的节日

常见问题

What is Amavasai?

Amavasai is the new-moon day, the day when the Moon is not visible. It occurs once a month and is sacred for remembering ancestors with offerings (tarpanam).

How many Amavasai days are there in a year?

There are 12 or 13 Amavasai days per year, one per lunar month, sometimes two if a month has a leap Amavasai. All dates are listed on the year overview page.

What is tarpanam on Amavasai?

Tarpanam is a ritual offering of water and sesame seeds to the ancestors. It is believed to bring peace to departed souls and blessings to the living family.