Friday, September 4, 2009

Pitri Paksh - 9/5/09 - 9/18/09

Hindus globally will be observing the period of Pitri Paksh from 9/5/09 to 9/18/09. In the Hindu calender, this period is set aside to offer prayers and charity in the name of our Pitris (Ancestors). We offer prayers on behalf of our ancestors' souls. We donate charity in their names.

In Hinduism, we believe that the soul (Jiva Atma) is eternal and all-pervading. It is a spark of the God we worship. The soul never dies. As Lord Krishna states in Bhagavad Gita: "No weapon can cut It, no fire can burn It, no wind can dry It, no water can drench It." (Ch 2; V3).

Great blessing is derived from observing Pitri Paksh. I urge all my Hindu sisters and brothers to offer prayers in their Ancestors' names.

Below are some very old photos of some of our ancestors who came to British Guiana. May God bless their souls.

Family pose ...


Ancestors cutting cane ...


Ancestors eating ...


Ancestors waiting in line ...


Beautiful Indian girl all decked out...

(Photos taken from Guyanaundersiege.com and other websites).

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