Thila Homam for Ancestral Peace

Thila Homam is a traditional Vedic fire ritual performed with black sesame seeds and other prescribed offerings. Families perform it to remember departed ancestors and offer prayers for Pitru Shanti, peace and spiritual well-being.

There is no single answer for every family. Some families perform Thila Homam as part of their ancestral tradition, while others choose it when they feel they have missed ancestral rites or want to offer prayers for departed family members. If you are unsure, you can speak to a priest before booking.

Individuals or families who wish to perform ancestral prayers may consider Thila Homam according to their family tradition. The Sankalpam can include your family details and the available details of the departed ancestors.

Yes. If you are unsure about the ritual, the required details or which package to choose, you can contact us before making the payment. We can understand your requirements and explain what is needed.

The Homam is arranged with your family's personalized Sankalpam. Your available name, Nakshatra, Gotra, family details and departed ancestors' details are considered for the ritual rather than treating your booking as an anonymous request.

Yes. Families who cannot attend physically can provide their Sankalpam details remotely and participate through the available online arrangements. The actual Homam is performed by the priests according to the confirmed ritual procedure.

Yes. Family members can participate remotely from different locations, subject to the live-session arrangements. This can be useful when parents, children or other relatives live in different cities or countries.

You may be asked for your name, Nakshatra, Gotra, family details and the names of departed ancestors where known. Share whatever information you have, and we will guide you about the remaining details.

That's okay. Tell us that you do not know your Gotra and share the other information you have. We can explain what details are required before you book.

You can still contact us and explain what you know about the family member. The priest can guide you on what information can be included in the Sankalpam based on the details available.

They are different traditional rituals and should not be treated as interchangeable. Thila Homam is a fire ritual involving Thila (black sesame) and prayers for ancestral peace. Tarpanam generally involves offering water and other prescribed offerings as part of ancestral remembrance. Narayana Bali is a separate ritual with its own procedure and traditional purpose.

Families may perform Thila Homam for ancestral remembrance, Pitru Shanti and spiritual well-being. Some families also perform it when they believe they have missed ancestral rites or when they are experiencing repeated family difficulties. These are traditional beliefs, and individual experiences can differ.

No. It does not have to be performed only when a family is facing difficulties. Some families perform it simply to remember departed parents, grandparents and ancestors and to continue their ancestral traditions.

Amavasya, Mahalaya Paksha, Mahalaya Amavasya and the relevant annual ancestral Tithi are traditionally considered important times for ancestral prayers. The suitable date can depend on your family tradition and circumstances, so you can ask us about the available dates.

Yes. Women can participate in ancestral prayers and provide the required Sankalpam details according to the ritual practice being followed.

The duration can vary depending on the selected package and the ritual procedure involved. The exact duration should be confirmed with us before booking so that you know what to expect.

After the ritual, you will receive confirmation of completion along with ritual photos and/or video, where applicable. Physical Prasadam is not currently distributed.

The current packages are:

• Ancestral Homam — ₹18,000 — 4 priests
• 28 Hells Homam — ₹18,000 — 4 priests
• Full Thila Homam — ₹35,000 — 8 priests

The exact inclusions and differences between the packages should be confirmed before payment. The confirmed package price is fixed, with no unexpected add-on charges for that confirmed package.

Payments should be made only through the secure payment option provided on the booking page. Before paying, check that you are using the official payment link and that the amount and selected package match what was discussed with you.

No. Thila Homam is a traditional spiritual ritual performed for ancestral remembrance, Pitru Shanti and family well-being. It should not be presented as a guaranteed solution for marriage, childbirth, health, financial problems or other life difficulties.