Guest guest Posted September 20, 2005 Report Share Posted September 20, 2005 Question from Henny/Nanda/Berijoy and others:Could you please tell us a little more about the actual ceremony performed for the ancestors ? What could I do for my ancestors on Sunday and for the next 15 days? Thank you for your time Swamiji's response:At least read the Tarpana mantras at the end of the Cosmic Puja, and recite the Mahamrityunjaya. Nanda's footnote: Swamiji also said (in person) to chant the Gayatri mantra if possible. Question from Querida Kalachandra:Since my ancestors may have reincarnated, they can now be living in this world. So is it correct to say that when I say a prayer for this world, that I am infact praying for my ancestors and vice versa? Thank you for helping me understand. Swamiji's response: Yes, it is okay. But there is more.Where we are in our lives is in part the consequence of the path that our ancestors prepared for us. Right now we are in a very good place. We have an understanding of the joy of giving respect. Therefore, we want to thank all of the members of our immediate family for any effort they may have put forth which may have contributed to our attainment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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