Drik Panchang states, that “Maharshi Parashara has said – ‘Whatever act is performed with devotion, with Sesame Seeds (Yava), Darbha (Kusha grass) and Mantras, along with offerings of Havishya at the right place, time and to the right recipient, is Shraddha [Shradh/Shraadh].’ Shraddha brings prosperity and happiness in worldly life and grants liberation at the end. It increases the longevity of the performer. Hence, a wise person must perform Shraddha with devotion.”
