Tila Tarpana is an important ritual performed to appease the souls of ancestors (Pitru) and seek their blessings. The word “Tila” refers to sesame seeds, which play a vital role in this ritual, and “Tarpana” means offering or satisfaction. It is believed that this ritual provides peace to the departed souls and helps clear any ancestral debts or curses (Pitru Dosha). Tila Tarpana is typically done during auspicious occasions like Amavasya (new moon), Mahalaya Paksha, or during the death anniversary of ancestors.