Asthi Visarjan is a significant ritual in Sanatan Dharma which is performed as part of the post-death rites. It involves the immersion of the remaining ashes & bones (collectively known as ‘asthi’) of the deceased in a holy river, sea, or other water body. This ritual signifies the return of the physical elements back to nature (god) & helps to provide spiritual liberation for the departed soul.

Key Takeaways:

• Asthi Visarjan is a Sanatan Dharma post-death ritual involving the immersion of a deceased’s ashes and bones in a holy body of water.
• The ritual signifies returning the physical elements to nature (God).
• It is believed to aid in the spiritual liberation of the departed soul to attain moksha.