Five Animals Signify Ancestral Blessings During Pitru Paksha
Aaj Tak · spirituality
During the 16-day Pitru Paksha, it is believed that ancestors visit Earth and offer blessings through various signs. According to Garuda Purana, certain animals appearing at your home can signify ancestral favor. These include crows, black ants, black dogs, cows, and sparrows or other birds. If these creatures arrive seeking food or appear in specific ways, it's considered auspicious. Ignoring or harming them is discouraged, as their presence is interpreted as a sign of ancestral happiness and incoming prosperity.