Paush Amavasya 2025, falling on December 19, is one of the most spiritually significant Amavasya days in the Hindu calendar. It is especially important for Pitru Tarpan, holy bath (Snan), charity (Daan), fasting (Vrat), and removal of negative karmic influences.
This Amavasya occurs during the Paush month, a time known for austerity, discipline, and spiritual purification. When Amavasya aligns with Paush month, its spiritual power increases manifold.
📅 Paush Amavasya 2025: Date & Time (Updated)
Event: Paush Amavasya
Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
Amavasya Tithi Timings:
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Tithi Begins: 4:59 AM on December 19, 2025
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Tithi Ends: 7:12 AM on December 20, 2025
👉 Important Note:
Most rituals like Snan, Daan, Pitru Tarpan, and Puja should be performed on December 19, 2025, during the daytime when Amavasya Tithi is prevailing.
🌑 Why Is Paush Amavasya Important?
Paush Amavasya is mainly associated with ancestors (Pitru). According to scriptures:
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Ancestors are closest to the earthly realm on this day
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Tarpan and daan performed bring peace to departed souls
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It helps remove Pitru Dosh from the horoscope
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Charity done on this day gives multiple-fold blessings
This is why Paush Amavasya is considered ideal for healing ancestral karma and bringing harmony into family life.
🌊 Paush Amavasya Snan Significance
Taking a holy bath before sunrise on Paush Amavasya is highly recommended.
Benefits of Snan:
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Cleanses sins of past actions
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Calms the mind and increases sattva guna
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Prepares the body and soul for ancestral rituals
👉 If river bath is not possible, add Ganga Jal to water and bathe at home.
🕯️ What to Do on Paush Amavasya 2025
1️⃣ Perform Pitru Tarpan
Offer water mixed with black sesame seeds (til) and rice while remembering ancestors by name.
2️⃣ Do Daan (Charity)
Charity is the most powerful remedy on Paush Amavasya.
Best items for donation:
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Black sesame seeds
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Woolen blankets
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Warm clothes
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Food grains
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Jaggery
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Mustard oil
3️⃣ Worship Vishnu & Shiva
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Chant “Om Namo Narayanaya”
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Recite Shiv Panchakshari Mantra
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Light a diya under a Peepal tree in the evening
4️⃣ Feed Animals & Birds
Feeding cows, dogs, crows, and ants brings ancestral satisfaction and positive karma.
❌ What to Avoid on Paush Amavasya
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Non-vegetarian food and alcohol
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Anger, arguments, negative speech
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Cutting hair or nails
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Disrespecting elders or wasting food
🧘 Paush Amavasya Vrat 2025
Devotees may observe a fast according to capacity:
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Nirjala Vrat (only if health allows)
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Phalahar Vrat (fruits & milk)
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Satvik single meal
Even a simple fast done with devotion gives powerful spiritual results.
🕉️ Paush Amavasya Mantra for Ancestors
Chant this mantra after Snan and during Tarpan:
“ॐ पितृदेवाय नमः”
(Om Pitridevaya Namah)
👉 Chant 108 times for peace and blessings.
🌟 Spiritual Benefits of Paush Amavasya
Observing Paush Amavasya 2025 helps in:
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Removal of Pitru Dosh
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Mental peace and family harmony
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Spiritual purification
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Protection from negative energies
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Prosperity and ancestral blessings
✨ Final Thoughts
Paush Amavasya on December 19, 2025, is a powerful opportunity to honor ancestors, cleanse karmic debts, and invite peace and positivity into life. Even simple acts done with faith—like daan, snan, and mantra chanting—bring lifelong benefits.
🙏 May your ancestors bless you with health, happiness, and prosperity.
