Tulsi Vivah: Know the Importance, Rituals, and the Story Behind This Holy Festival
Why Tulsi Vivah Is Celebrated: The Divine Marriage of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Tulsi: In Hinduism, Tulsi is considered a form of Goddess Lakshmi, and her existence is considered incomplete without Lord Vishnu. This auspicious occasion celebrates the divine marriage of Tulsi and Shaligram (a symbol of Lord Vishnu). Worship performed on this day is believed to bring happiness, marital bliss, and good fortune.
The story of Tulsi and Shankhachuda
According to religious beliefs, Tulsi was born as Vrinda. Vrinda was the wife of a demon named Shankhachuda, who was a great devotee of Lord Vishnu. After Shankhachuda’s death, Vrinda gave up her life. Pleased with her devotion and devotion to her husband, Lord Vishnu gave her birth as Goddess Tulsi and blessed her with his marriage to him. In memory of this event, Tulsi Vivah is celebrated every year between Ekadashi and Purnima of the bright fortnight of Kartik month.
Significance of Tulsi Vivah
Tulsi Vivah marks the sacred marriage of Goddess Tulsi (a form of Goddess Lakshmi) and Lord Shaligram (a form of Lord Vishnu). In Hinduism, this divine event symbolizes purity, devotion, and marital harmony. Worship on this day is believed to bring happiness, prosperity, and good fortune to families. It also marks the beginning of the wedding season after Devuthani Ekadashi, making it one of the most auspicious days of the year.
The Story of Tulsi and Shankhachuda
According to scriptures, Tulsi was born as Vrinda, the devoted wife of the demon Shankhachuda, a great devotee of Lord Vishnu. After her husband’s death, Vrinda ended her life in grief. Lord Vishnu, pleased with her unwavering devotion, blessed her by giving her a divine rebirth as Goddess Tulsi and promised to marry her as Lord Shaligram. Tulsi Vivah is celebrated each year between Ekadashi and Purnima of Kartik month in remembrance of this sacred union.
How Tulsi Vivah Is Celebrated
On this day, the Tulsi plant is decorated like a bride with red chunari, bangles, henna, and sindoor. Lord Shaligram is placed beside her as the groom, and a symbolic wedding ceremony is performed with traditional wedding songs, rituals, and mantras. Devotees offer prasad and perform charity as part of the celebration.
Auspicious Activities and Benefits
- Worshiping Tulsi brings peace, prosperity, and good health.
- Promotes marital harmony and strengthens family relationships.
- Removes negative energies from the home.
- Believed to fulfill wishes of those desiring children.
- Considered the start of all auspicious work in the Hindu calendar.
** Tulsi Vivah will be celebrated on **Sunday, November 2, 2025 (Dwadashi Tithi, Shukla Paksha of Kartik month).
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