Agel Balasunu (Ancestor Offering)
A household remembrance in which offerings are laid on sixteen plantain leaves and the eldest member asks the departed to accept them, bless the family and return each year.
A family crosses this threshold once. This is how it is crossed with intention rather than in a hurry.
The sequence differs by region and by family tradition — yours will be confirmed before the day. We describe what families usually observe; we never promise outcomes.
Who performs Agel Balasunu (Ancestor Offering)?
Traditionally performed by the family itself, led by the household's senior member — no purohit is required. House of Purohit doesn't supply the officiant for this ceremony directly. Talk to a Pandit and we'll explain how families arrange it.
Why families observe Agel Balasunu (Ancestor Offering)
A household remembrance in which offerings are laid on sixteen plantain leaves and the eldest member asks the departed to accept them, bless the family and return each year.
- Deity
- The family's departed
- When it's performed
- Aatida Amavasye (new moon of Aati).
- Performed by
- Traditionally performed by the family
Traditionally performed by the family itself, led by the household's senior member — no purohit is required.
Also known as Agelu, Agel Balusunu, Agel.
- What is Agel Balasunu (Ancestor Offering)?
- A household remembrance in which offerings are laid on sixteen plantain leaves and the eldest member asks the departed to accept them, bless the family and return each year.
- When is Agel Balasunu (Ancestor Offering) performed?
- Aatida Amavasye (new moon of Aati).
- How long does Agel Balasunu (Ancestor Offering) take?
- About 2h, though this can vary with your family's tradition.
- Can House of Purohit provide the Purohit?
- Traditionally performed by the family itself, led by the household's senior member — no purohit is required.
- Is Agel Balasunu (Ancestor Offering) available in Bengaluru?
- We're finalising pricing for this ceremony in Bengaluru — talk to a Pandit and we'll quote it directly.