Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Yama Deepam is the lamp lit for Yama, the god of death, on the evening of Dhanteras.
Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues
A lamp of sesame oil is lit at the door, facing south, for protection of the family from untimely death.
Key Rituals & Observance
Step-by-step sacred rituals and worship practices
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A lamp at the door facing south in the evening.
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A prayer to Yama for the long life of the family.
Sacred Deity & Powerful Mantras
The Ancestors (Pitrs) • Vedic and Puranic chants for peace and blessings
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The Ancestors (Pitrs) · Mantra
ॐ पितृभ्यः स्वधा नमः ॥
Om Pitrubhyah Svadha Namah
Meaning
Salutations to The Ancestors (Pitrs).
108 JapaSacred Mantra