Bhishma Asthami

Observed on Magha Shukla Ashtami, the day Bhishma Pitamaha is held to have left his body after waiting for the northward course of the sun. Devotees, especially those without living sons, offer tarpana and arghya in his name.

Also known as Bhishma Ashtami · Bhishmashtami · Bhishma Tarpan