Pitr | June 29, 2004
Pitr is a Sanskrit term which means “a father”. The plural Pitaras refers to a community of deceased ancestors, the forefathers of a particular individual or the progenitors of humanity in general. In Vedic Hinduism an elaborate system of Sraddha ceremonies evolved in which sustenance was provided for the deceased by way of regular offerings.
Posted by admin at June 29, 2004 11:31 AM