In Hinduism, the mud or sand near the root of the Tulsi plant (Ocimum tenuiflorum, also known as holy basil) holds significant spiritual and symbolic importance. This reverence is rooted in the plant’s association with purity, divinity, and its close connection to the god Vishnu. Here’s an expanded look into the importance, symbolism, benefits, modern relevance, and some lesser-known facts about the sacred mud of Tulsi. Importance in Hinduism The Tulsi plant is revered as a manifestation of Goddess Tulsi, a consort of Lord Vishnu, and the plant is regarded as a sacred presence in Hindu households. According to Hindu beliefs, the soil near the root of the Tulsi plant is considered to be imbued with the essence of purity and sanctity, as the plant is believed to contain the spiritual power of the goddess herself. Many Hindu families keep a Tulsi plant at home, often in a specially dedicated altar or platform, to purify the space and bring positive energy. The earth around its roots is th...

Tulsi Puja, also known as Tulsi Shaligram Puja, is observed during the waxing phase of the moon in Kartik month as per traditional lunar calendar. Tulsi Vivah 2025 date is November 2. Tulsi, Holy Basil, is associated with Lord Krishna and is found in the majority of Hindu homes and is worshiped daily. The date of Tulsi Puja is November 2 for those observing it on Utthana Ekadasi. November 2 for those communities observing it on Karthika Shuddha Dwadashi or the day after Ekadasi. Some communities observe it on Kartik Purnima, which is on November 5. Please note that the ritual can be observed on any date between November 2 and November 5. Tulsi Puja is usually performed between Karthik Shuddh Ekadasi and Kartik Purnima . The main ritual involves the wedding of Tulsi Plant to Lord Vishnu in the form of Shaligram. Tulsi Pooja also marks the end of Diwali fortnight for many communities. Greatness of Tulsi Puja It is believed in Hinduism that Lord Vishnu goes to s...

Tulsi Puja procedure in Hindi is dedicated to Goddess Tulsi Devi or the Tulsi plant, which is considered highly auspicious in Hindu religion. Below is the Tulsi Puja mantra and procedure in Hindi in pdf. Link  -  Tulsi Puja Mantra – Procedure in Hindi pdf Performing Tulsi puja is believed to usher in prosperity and it gets the blessing of Bhagavan Vishnu. The puja can performed on any day during the evening and also on special occasions associated with Bhagavan Vishnu, Krishna and Tulsi. It is also performed during the famous Tulsi puja in Kartik month. The popular belief is that married women performing Tulsi puja will help in them having a good married life. It is also performed for the wellbeing of all family members.

If you follow Hindu tradition, then keep a Tulsi plant at home. It is auspicious, good for health both mental and physical and it is of great medicinal value. So where to keep the Tulsi plant in a Hindu home? There are four options when it comes to the direction or position of tulsi plant in a Hindu home. The Tulsi plant can be kept in front of the house. In the eastern side of the house. In the north side of the house. In the northeastern side of the house. If possible, have a banana plant in the Ishaan corner (northeast) along with Tulsi this will help in solving all financial and property problems.

There is a story in Narada Purana which narrates the greatness of Tulsi leaves and how it saved a man from certain death. There lived a man named Madhava who never performed any worship in his entire life and neither did he do any good deeds. Madhava cultivated his land and kept cows for a living. Every day, be brought grass for his cows from his field. One day, while collecting grass for his cows, he cut some Tulsi leaves along with the grass. He was destined to die that evening and a snake came slithering towards him to bit him and end his life at the predetermined time. But the snake was unable to bite him as he had Tulsi leaves in his hands. The man picked up the bundle of grass along with the Tulsi leaves and placed the bundle on his head and returned home. The snake hid in the bundle, hoping to bite him when he is not contact with the Tulsi leaves. Neighbor of Madhava was Madhusudana, a pious man. He was able to see the snake in the grass bundle and through his yogic powers...

Tulsi or the sacred Basil plant is well known for its medicinal properties and is found in front of many Hindu homes. But why is Tulsi plant found in front of all Hindu homes? It is because Lord Vishnu had stated no puja will be complete without offering of Tulsi leaves to Him. Demon Jalandhar (also known as Shanka Chuda) was so powerful that he drove out the Devas from heaven and established his rule. Devas could not defeat Jalandhar because no weapon could harm him. The demon was powerful because his chaste wife, Vrinda. The pious lady thought of no other men and her prayers and spirituality made her husband invincible. Vrinda was pious but her husband was using her piety to spread Adharma on earth. To restore Dharma, Vishnu agreed to help the Devas. Vrinda had always prayed to Vishnu that she should have darshan of Him. Vishnu appeared before in the form of her husband. She served him without realizing that it was Vishnu and not her husband. Having served another ...

Tulasi Ashtottara Shatanamavali is the 108 names of Tulsi devi. One of the most auspicious and divine plant, Tulsi is worshipped daily by millions of Hindus. Chanting Tulasi Ashtottara Shatanamavali helps in attaining peace and prosperity. It is also chanted for good health and early cure of diseases. It is believed that chanting the 108 names will help in early marriage and it also helps in solving all kinds of problems in married life. 108 Names of Tulsi Devi - Tulasi Ashtottara ॐ श्री तुलस्यै नमः। ॐ नन्दिन्यै नमः। ॐ देव्यै नमः। ॐ शिखिन्यै नमः। ॐ धारिण्यै नमः। ॐ धात्र्यै नमः। ॐ सावित्र्यै नमः। ॐ सत्यसन्धायै नमः। ॐ कालहारिण्यै नमः। ॐ गौर्यै नमः। ॐ देवगीतायै नमः। ॐ द्रवीयस्यै नमः। ॐ पद्मिन्यै नमः। ॐ सीतायै नमः। ॐ रुक्मिण्यै नमः। ॐ प्रियभूषणायै नमः। ॐ श्रेयस्यै नमः। ॐ श्रीमत्यै नमः। ॐ मान्यायै नमः। ॐ गौर्यै नमः । ॐ गौतमार्चितायै नमः। ॐ त्रेतायै नमः। ॐ त्रिपथगायै नमः। ॐ त्रिपादायै नमः। ॐ त्रैमूर्त्यै नम...

Tulsi Vivah , or Tulsi Shaligram Wedding, is a popular Hindu ritual observed in the month of Kartik (October – November). Tulasi, or Tulsi, is holy basil and is an important religious symbol in Hinduism. Tulsi Vivah Puja is observed on different dates in Kartik month in different parts of India . The method of performing Tulsi Vivah Pooja also varies from community to community and depends mainly how the usual marriage ceremony is performed. Here is a step by step guide on How Tulsi Vivah is performed. Please note that this is just to give a rough idea and the methods vary from region to region. Tulsi Vivah Dates Tulsi Vivah is observed on the Ekadasi that falls after Diwali. Some communities perform it on the day after Ekadasi – that is the Dwadashi day. In some regions it is performed on the Kartik Purnima day or full moon day after Ekadasi. For some communities, the Tulsi Vivah rituals begin on the Ekadasi day and end on Poornima day. Or it is observed on any ...

Tulsi, or Holy Basil, is worshipped in Hinduism and is a plant associated with Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna. There are several stories in the Puranas that explain the significance of Tulsi plant and also there are several episodes in the life of Krishna which is associated with the Tulsi plant. This story of Tulsi and Lord Krishna explains how Tulsi Plant attained the sacred status it is enjoyed today. Please note that there are several such stories in the Puranas and this is one of them. Satyabhama one of the queens of Lord Krishna was proud of her beauty and always thought that Lord Krishna loved her most. Sage Narada who came to know about this wrong notion of Satyabhama decided to trick her. He arrived at her residence and was traditionally welcomed by Satyabhama. Pleased with her hospitality, Sage Narada asked Satyabhama to ask a boon. She wanted the blessing from Sage Narada that Lord Krishna will be her husband in all her births. Sage Narada then sa...

Tulsi Mala, or Tulsi Rosary, is made using the Basil Plant. Tulsi is a sacred plant associated with Lord Vishnu, Sri Krishna and Goddess Lakshmi. Mala made from Tulsi plant is said to have medicinal values. It is also believed that the place where Tulsi mala is kept remains pure. Tulsi Mala is worn by Ayyappa devotees when they are undertaking the Vratam to visit Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple in Kerala and have darshan of Lord Ayyappa. The Ayyappa mala is worn during the entire period of vratam and is only removed after returning home back from Sabarimala. Wearing of Tulsi Mala is believed to help in curing diseases like fever etc. It is also said that a devotee who wears Tulsi mala develops mental peace and strong devotion. Small balls are made using Tulsi plant and this is used to make the Tulsi mala and rosaries which devotees wear. Some people also offer Tulsi mala to Lord Krishna. Tulsi Mala is also made using leaves and stems and this is usua...

Tulsi, or basil plant, is considered sacred in Hinduism and is associated with Lord Krishna. Tulsi plant is found in courtyard of most Hindu homes. Hindu women keep Tulsi leaves on their hair. There are numerous other uses of Tulsi plant in Hindu religion. Apart from the religious use, Tulsi is part of many important home remedies. Now the DRDO's Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS) is working on developing a Tulsi-based medicine to minimize the effects of radiation on humans. Press Trust of India reports  "We are working on developing a Tulsi-based medicine to minimise the effects of radiation on humans," DRDO's Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS) Director R P Tripathi told PTI here. The INMAS Director said leaves of 'Krishna Tulsi' plant, which has black leaves and is found mainly in southern parts of the country, are being used in the project. "Active ingredients of the leaves have bee...

Keeping dried tulsi plant in home is considered bad or inauspicious in Hindu religion. Here is what do if the Tulsi plant has dried. You should lift up the Tulsi plant along with roots and it should be immersed in a holy river, pond, lake, or sacred water body. Chant this mantra while lifting up the dried tulsi plant. महाप्रसाद जननी , सर्व सौभाग्यवर्धिनी आधि व्याधि हरा नित्यं , तुलसी त्वं नमोस्तुते।। New Tulsi plant should be planted in its place. The above said mantra should be chanted while watering the new tulsi plant The Tulsi planted in june, july and August come up very fast. When breaking Tulsi leaves take the leaves in the tip. This will help in the plant to grow quickly. Avoid putting fertilizer bought from outside. It might contain animal bones. Use cow dung as fertilizer.

Tulsi plant is the most sacred plant in Hinduism and it is associated with Krishna. Below is the mantra and rules on plucking leaves. Mantra to Chant While Plucking Tulsi Leaves is as follows: मातस्तुलसि गोविन्द हृदयानन्द कारिणी नारायणस्य पूजार्थं चिनोमि त्वां नमोस्तुते ।। Matasattulsi Govind Hridayanandkarini Narayanasaya Pujarth Chinomi Tavam Namostute When and How to Pluck Leaves From Tulsi Plant As per Vayu Purana, Tulsi plant should be touched only after taking bath. Tulsi leaves should be plucked after offering prayers to Krishna and Mata Tulsi. Permission should be taken from Goddess Tulsi before plucking leaves. Do not pluck Tulsi leaves with an impure mind. Talking and picking or plucking tulsi leaves is considered inauspicious. Keep the mind focussed on the plant or Bhagavan while plucking the leaves. Picking Tulsi while having negative thoughts, anger, hatred, ill feeling will cause harm the person plucking the leaves. The leaves tha...

If you are facing problems in the marriage, then an ideal solution in Hinduism is to perform Tulsi and Vishnu puja. Here are few tips to solve marriage problems using Tulsi plant. Keep a Tulsi plant in your house. On the eas side of house. Offer lamp lit using cow ghee daily in the evening. Offer some Tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu. Later keep the leaves hidden in the bedroom. Offer Sabudana kheer to Tulsi and later share it as Prasad with family members and neighbors.  Chant this Tulsi mantra देवी   त्वं   निर्मिता   पूर्वमर्चि - तासि   मुनीश्वरैः   नमो   नमस्ते   तुलसी   पापं   हर   हरिप्रिये॥ Worship Tulsi and Shaligram or picture of Vishnu daily.  Perform the annual Tulsi Puja on Kartik Shukla Paksha Dwadasi (after Diwali). Read the Bhagavad Gita daily - make it a point to read and understand a few stanzas. Only pour water under the plant. As fertilizer only use cow dung and leaves. Do not use fer...

Tulsi Vivah is an important ritual performed in Kartik month in traditional Hindu calendar. Tulsi Puja festival is the wedding of Tulsi plant to Lord Vishnu in the form of Shaligram. In 2025, the date of Tulsi Vivah pooja on Karthika Shuddha Dwadashi is November 2. The puja is also performed on Ekadashi November 2. And also on Purnima is on November 5. Tulsi Vivah is performed by some communities on the Ekadasi day after Amavasya (new moon) in Kartik month and by some communities on the Dev Diwali day or the full moon day in Kartik Month. Each year devotees, organizations, and temples perform this ritual with all pomp and glory of a real wedding. It must be noted her that the period beginning from Ekadasi (after Amavasya) in Kartik month to Purnima (the full moon day) in Kartik Month is considered auspicious for Tulsi Vivah. Majority of the people perform it on the Ekadasi day or on Purnima day. The ritual is also performed on the day after Ekadasi in many regions. A...

Tulsi, or holy basil plant, is considered to be the beloved of Lord Krishna. Tulsi Vivah ritual is performed during the waxing phase of moon in Kartik month starting from the Kartik Suddha Ekadasi to Kartik Purnima. While performing the Tulsi vivah ritual women listen to the Tulsi Vivah Katha. There are several versions of Tulsi Puja story this is one of them. Once there lived an old lady who used perform the Kartik Snan and then water Tulsi plant and offer prayers. She used to worship Tulsi without fail and used to perform the Tulsi Vivah ritual. After the ritual, the old woman always ask the Tulsi plant to fulfill her wish that her dead body should be carried by Lord Krishna to the pyre. Tulsi Plant (Tulsi Devi) used to hear her prayer daily and she had the capacity to fulfill the wishes of her devotees but to make Lord Krishna carry the dead body of the old lady to the pyre was beyond her capacity. Saddened by this fact, Tulsi began to wither and she started ...

Tulsi Mantra is dedicated to Tulsi or Basil, plant dear to Vishnu and his incarnation Krishna and Vittal. The prayer is chanted during Tulsi Puja. Tulsi Gayatri Mantra is a powerful prayer chanted for good health, wealth, peace and prosperity. The mantra in Hindi and English is given below. Tulsi Mantra Text in Hindi Tulsi Gayatri Mantra Text in English Om Tulasyai Vidhmahe Vishnu priyayay Dheemahee Tanno Brindah Prachodayat.

Hindus have been using Tulsi, or Basil, as medicine from the Vedic Age. It is also widely worshipped in India. Tulsi plant is mainly associated with Hindu God Vishnu. Now a group of researchers in the United States indicates that Tulsi plant may be a potent medicine against cancer. Tulsi or basil has eugenol that helps fight cancer. Business Standard reports "When you grind basil leaves, a compound called eugenol comes out. If I could make it produce eugenol in higher amounts, that basil plant would serve as a storehouse of that anti-cancerous compound," said Chandrakanth Emani, assistant professor of plant molecular biology at Western Kentucky University-Owensboro (WKU-O) in the US.  In his lab at the Owensboro facility, Emani and his students are genetically engineering the basil to produce more eugenol, a compound in basil that, in his words, "has a very great pharmaceutical value because it's shown to control breast cancer".  "Eugenol, when the...

Tulsi Plant, or Basil, is grown in many traditional Hindu homes on a raised platform. Today the plant is grown on portable or moveable Tulsi plant pots. The Tulsi plant should be placed where there is good sunlight. It plant should be ideal placed before a door opening to the east. The Krishna Tulsi variety of the Tulsi plant to should be grown for worship and puja purposes. The platform used for growing Tulsi plant should not be too small. The Tulsi plant should be always above the foundation of the home. You can grow more than one Tulsi plant in the platform at a time – this is because in some areas Tulsi plant dries during some season. So an extra plant will be helpful. You should also scatter the dry seeds inside the platform. The plant should be watered daily. Cow dung which has been sun dried should be used as manure occasionally. The small plants and dry leaves should be removed regularly. If you do regular puja to the Tulsi plant, then you light a lamp daily. The ...

Thanks to pollution, the aging white Taj Mahal is slowly yellowing and the government is on a mission to find an apt solution to this perplexing problem. Now the District Forest Department of Agra has come up with a unique solution – Tulsi (Holy Basil). The forest department believes that planting Tulsi around Taj Mahal and Agra might help in saving the monument from deteriorating. The department is hoping to exploit the antipollutant, antioxidation and air-purifying properties of Tulsi plant. Manjari Mishra writes in Times of India The department will launch the Tulsi plantation drive from January 2009. The public-private joint venture is expected to provide an eco-protection cover to sensitive Taj trapezium zone surrounding the 17th century monument as well as the other two world heritage monuments like the Agra Fort and Aitma-ud-Daula tomb. Tulsi was (Occinum sanctum) chosen for its anti-pollutant, anti-oxidation and air-purifying properties, making it an ideal orn...