Hence, Tulasi could also mean the one who cannot be measured or compared. Because these Tulasis had grown far larger than we had expected (some nearly seven feet tall and with stalks two inches in diameter), we had a problem. Srila Advaita Acarya knew this fact, and therefore He decided to call for the Personality of Godhead Krsna to descend by worshiping the Lord with tulasi leaves and the water of the Ganges. Hope to keep receiving the mercy of Tulasi Devi like this always. (4) pada-sevanam. My fascination with Tulasi Devi began very soon after meeting Srila Prabhupada in 1967. It is said in the Brahma-samhita that the Lord is always served by many hundreds of thousands of goddesses of fortune in His Vaikuntha planet, yet because of His attitude of renunciation of all opulences, He is not attached to any one of them. Simply by seeing, simply by touching, simply by remembering, simply by praying to, simply by bowing before, simply by hearing about or simply by sowing this tree, THERE IS ALWAYS AUSPICIOUSNESS. In November 1989, I met Vrinda Kunda Baba, or Madhava Dasa, a renowned scholar and Vaishnava saint, and a great devotee of Srimati Tulasi Devi. [15][13], In Orissa, on the first day of the Hindu month Vaishakha (AprilMay), a small vessel with hole at the bottom is filled with water and suspended over the tulasi plant with a steady stream of water, for the entire month. 72-01-06. Thanks for taking the time to read this. So us being fallen is no disqualification, rather, for us, the followers of Lord Caitanya, He is particularly merciful to the most fallen. As far as offering tulsi leaves to Panca Tattva it is a difficult subject matter. TULASI LEAVES CANNOT BE PLACED EVEN ON THE LOTUS FEET OF RADHARANI OR ON THE LOTUS FEET OF THE SPIRITUAL MASTER. mrigadibhir madhava-keli- kunjah However Just wanted to know, That i have seen The TULSI HOLY PLANT placed in the front yard (aangan) in everyones place. Namaste. Otherwise I do not know. You can now abandon your body and come with me to Vaikuha to enjoy life as my wife. Hare Krsna Prabhu, I try to stop from commiting the offences but they wont listen to me because I am not a old man because according to them-old is wise and whatever they do is all right because the society do the same. 10) I never said that. Vidya dasi, 25 October, 1976 All scriptures stress on the importance of getting the mercy of Tulasi devi if one has to make progress in the path of devotion. Upset, Shiva pursued Surya, who fled, finally seeking shelter with Vishnu. Lord Krishna likes garlands of Tulasi leaves. DONT NEGLECT. Tulasi ( Sanskrit: , romanized : Tulas ), or Vrinda ( holy basil) is a sacred plant in Hindu tradition. Regarding worship of Tulasi, it is not very much important. Krishna-jivani: She is the life and soul of Lord Krishna. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS THE LOVE AND DEVOTION. IT WILL NEVER GO IN VAIN. Though daily worship is prescribed, Tuesdays and Fridays are considered especially sacred for Tulasi worship. Ys tulasy amrita-janmasi [18] The sacred groves where these herbs are grown are also known as Vrindavana (grove of Tulasi), a miniaturised Vrindavan is a raised cuboid stone or brick structure often in middle of the house's courtyard or in front of the house. Madhya 17.193 It will only add to an already confused and bewildered situation. Yes, Krishna is providing everything. Answer (1 of 3): We attend many marriages in our lives but none like this one. That is all. 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The Latin taxonomical name indicates its native environment close to Mt. Some real and some not. Sorry for disturbing you again and again. She is regarded as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Srimati Tulsi Devi, and is as an avatar of Lakshmi, and thus the consort of Vishnu. All these processes of pada-sevanam help one advance in spiritual life very quickly. Even non-Hindus, he said, will not destroy Tulasi to build a house on a spot where she is growingtheyll look for a place not inhabited by Tulasi. Every day Baba talked to us of the glories of Vrinda Devi as described in the Skanda Purana, Brahma-vaivarta Purana, Padma Purana, Garuda Purana, Narada Purana, and other Vedic texts. Letter: Pradyumna She is highly worshipped in Hindu households, by both young and old. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. Yes, the prayer you have enclosed is bonafide. ACTUALLY, ONE SHOULD NOT CIRCUMAMBULATE WHEN THE DEITY IS OPEN. There are people who are overly attached to the Vedic rules and regulations so much so that their service to Krishna and the preaching is hampered. What to do with dead Tulasi plants? The parrots serve Vrinda Devi by carrying messages to various parts of Vrindavana. But whatever you do should be done with wholehearted enthusiasm and strict adherence to the principles of chanting 16 rounds, rising for mangala arati, following the four basic principles, always remaining clean etc. whether we may prune the leaves of Tulasi, NO, THERE IS NO QUESTION OF PRUNING. I always speak to many gentlemen how strenuously hard you work to have introduced Tulasi in the Western countries and I am hearing from everywhere that Tulasi is growing very luxuriantly. Educate them. This is due to His affectionate dealings with His devotees. The god Brahma was pleased with her penance, but told her that she would have to marry the daitya Shankhacuda (The reincarnation of Sudama, the cowherd friend of Krishna) before she could marry Vishnu. Sri Tulasidevi wonderful, understanding, loved in all aspects by the Lord. In another iteration, as Vrinda, she is married to Jalandhara. Please help me with that. I am in receipt of your letter, undated. Vrinda Devi may be likened to a grand director or choreographer of the Vrindavana lila, and her parrots are her communication service. It was fierce and final, frightening and overwhelmingly real. Devi Tulsi Curses KrishnaS4 E12412 Apr 2021. Collect leaves once in the morning for worshiping Krishna and for putting on the plates of food to be offered to Him. It has given me the impetus to serve Tulasi Devi. Vrinda is described to be pious, and a great devotee of god Vishnu. Tulsi tells Krishna that she can sense Shankchurn's pain. The more you read Srila Prabhupadas books the more you will find he is answering the questions you want answered. Tulasi plants are LIBERATED SOULS who want to serve Krishna in that way. He is in your heart and knows what you are thinking. ONE SHOULD NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY. He should just start following the basic rules and regulations and keep worshiping the deities. You can not control what other people do. labhya ca pumsam kripaya tavaiva sa vai manah krsna-padaravindayor Madhudvisa Prabhu, you are a solid Tulasi-sevaka, and thanks for doing this service. Yes. (9) vrindashtakam yah shrinuyat pathed va The devotees sing prayers to Tulasi-devi while one devotee offers Her arati, then all circumambulate Tulasi-devi, offering her water. yathottamasloka-janasraya ratih. Just like this cloud. Actually it is not a forest as we ordinarily consider a forest because it is very thick with green vegetation. Tulasi Vallabha Krishna It refers to Lord Krishna , who is the beloved of Tulasi Devi. What should one do if he is not following the basic rules and regulations but has got Radha-Krishna Deity with him? This marriage is one that is believed to have happened eons ago and is celebrated to this day by a large percentage of the Indian population. Shri Vasishthaji said that what I have heard in ancient times from Lord Brahma about the marriage of Tulasi I will now describe according to what is written in the Narada-pancaratra. So dont worry. This variety is also known as Rama-Tulasi ("bright Tulasi"); Rama is also one of the principal avatars of Vishnu. When a sage rescues her from two rakshasas, she begs him to inform her of the tidings of her husband's battle with Shiva. So my feeling is that if you can actually organize a regular program of worship that you will actually strictly do every day for your Radha Krishna Deities then you should take Them out of the box and start worshiping Them. Yes Prabhu, I will try to become better and better at serving Tulasi Devi. vrinde namas te caranaravindam. So there is no problem from your side. I DO NOT KNOW WHO HAS TAUGHT YOU THAT PART OF A TULASI PLANT MAY BE CUT OFF AND THEN REPLANTED? 73-12-06 Letter: Kirtida Kanyaka IF POSSIBLE KINDLY LET ME KNOW WHERE IS GAURASUNDARA. I realized that my initial attraction to Tulasiand my obsessive desire to grow Tulasiplants, though not inspired by a direct instruction from Srila Prabhupada, were communicated from within the heart by the Lord to please and assist Srila Prabhupada in his mission. It makes for a wonderful read and is worth saving for future reading also (I\ve bookmarked the page). vacamsi vaikuntha-gunanuvarnane Prabhuji, I have a question that in my house, we have a toilet built on our terrece with a big plastic water tank on it, along with the tank there is some soil gathered. Regarding the booklet, A Guide to the Care of Srimate Tulasi devi, yes, the book is very nice. Especially Hawaii WE HAVE GOT SIX FEET HIGH TULASI. 71-01-21. HOW ARE THEY FEELING? The Nayars of Malabar offer tulasi plants to pacify evil spirits.[26]. https://krishnastore.com/books-srila-prabhupada-om-21_38.html. But today morning my parents uprooted the new plants and threw them. This is the way to increase attachment for the Lord and be completely free from all material desires. lilabhidhana kila krishna- shaktih BUT YOU CAN TAKE FOR WORSHIPING KRSNA LEAVES FROM THE TULASI. Later, in 1968, as I was cleaning Srila Prabhupadas room I found his Tulasi japa beads lying near his bead bag on his cushion. It is approved. Tulasi has delicate purple and green leaves, flower tassels like miniature temple spires, and an arresting, sweet fragrance famous for attracting the minds of yogis to Krishnas service. Although these four saintly persons were always absorbed in the thought of impersonal Brahman, FROM ASSOCIATION WITH THE LORD AND FROM SMELLING THE TULASI LEAVES THE HAIRS ON THEIR BODIES IMMEDIATELY STOOD UP. Now I dont know what to do with the dead plants and at the same time others are saying they should be burned which I think should not be done. THEN GO ON WATERING AND THEY WILL GROW LIKE ANYTHING. Hari Bol. Then the mantra FOR CIRCUMAMBULATING the Tulasi tree. Pick the leaves one at a time with your fingertips. They are worn as a necklace or garland or held in the hand and used as a rosary. The fragrance of Tulasi Devi purifies all who smell it. However, by association with Srimati Tulsi-devi and with the . What can we do? radha-krishna-seva pabo ei abhilashi Tulsi is only for offering to Krishna. 4) If possible. Kilimanjaro. by mahesh-das | Full size image. As a disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada and a Tulasi-sevaka, I respectfully implore you to change the picture. In ISKCON different temples have different opinions. She worshiped the tulasi plant, following in the footsteps of her spiritual master. We have all done so many bad things in the past but we have no power to change the past. Srimati Tulasi devi is one of the most exalted devotees of Sri Krishna. siro hrsikesa-padabhivandane It is a plant which you can find in almost every Hindu house. And the desire to understand the Lords amazing pastimes of the rasa dance is only by your mercy. All glories to Srila Prabhupada! The first set of seeds did not grow. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. THEY MAY COME AGAIN. Hare Krishna Prabhu Letter: Jagadisa [7], Just as tulasi respect is rewarding, her contempt attracts the wrath of Vishnu. But we must be very careful that Tulasi leaves cannot be placed on the feet of anyone else except Lord Visnu and His different forms. It is because if the pujaris put on a grand show the visitors to the temple will give good donations and the pujaris will spend the money and live luxuriously. A Shocker for Devi TulsiS4 E12715 Apr 2021. Madhava Babas knowledge of the scriptures, especially those relating to the glories of Tulasi Devi, was vast. Lakshmiji sometimes has to go to satisfy her numerous devotees, but tulasi leaves never forsake their position, and the Lord therefore appreciates the service of tulasi more than the service of Lakshmi. Please accept my blessings and the blessings of Lord Caitanya also. So I am very glad that you are seriously interested, and Krsna is pleased upon you. [3] Different sects consider the use of Tulasi in prayers to deities not related to Vishnu and is incarnations, differently. I think you can close the doors to the Deity room during Tulasi puja and then open them again afterwards. In regional variations of this legend, Tulasi, in her anger and grief at her husband's demise, cursed Vishnu to be turned into stone. Madhya 22.125 That is the only consideration. Tulasi-devi is an expansion of Vrinda-devi in this world. Yes. In the tale, Satyabhama is regarded to have prided herself on the love Krishna had for her, and her grasp over his heart. Tulasi is the essence of all devotional activities. My first question, Can I offer Tulasi leaves to Panca tattva.I offered Tulasi leaves to dead body of my grandfather, I once uprooted a tulasi plant and kept the branches in a box for using as beads in future. Is that so, that we should not place the Holy plant inside our home, but it should always be in the Aangan (Front Yard). It is a great offense to cook or heat Tulasi, or to use her for mundane purposes, such as medicines and ointments. There are conflicting accounts about Tulasi leaves being used in the worship of the god Shiva. Hindi. In places where Tulasi cannot survive the winters when planted in the ground, provide a suitable house for her. In TheNectar of Devotion, Srila Prabhupada quotes from the Skanda Purana: Tulasi is auspicious in all respects. Your husband akhaca was the chief of my Pradas, Sudm. IF ONE IS FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO RECEIVE SUCH HOLY PRASADAM THEN ALL SINFUL REACTIONS ARE IMMEDIATELY PURIFIED WITHIN THE HEART AND PURE DEVOTIONAL SERVICE IS VERY EASILY OBTAINED. Then he was gone. I was very much anxious to introduce this worship of Tulasi plant amongst our Society members, but it has not become successful til now, therefore, when I hear that you have got this opportunity, MY PLEASURE DOES NOT HAVE ANY BOUNDS. 16) Use common sense and if you have none then consult with others. O Supreme Lord, You are full in every respect. [17][7], The tulasi plant is grown in or near several Hindu houses, especially by Brahmins and other Hindu varnas of the Vaishnava sect. It is specifically mentioned herein that tulasi leaves are very dear to the Supreme Personality of Godhead, and devotees should take particular care to have tulasi leaves in every temple and center of worship. Letter: Sarada That is offensive. This is the celebration of the marriage ceremony of Srimati Tulsi Devi and Lord Sri Krishna. Maharaja Ambarisa always engaged his mind in meditating upon the lotus feet of Krsna, his words in describing the glories of the Lord, his hands in cleansing the Lords temple, and his ears in hearing the words spoken by Krsna or about Krsna. 73-01-04 Letter: Dhruvananda One of Krishnas most intimate servants comes in a special form to bless us with extraordinary fortune. Honolulu 6 January, 1972 Govinda dasi WE CAN PLACE, HOWEVER, TULASI LEAVES IN THE HANDS OF RADHARANI FOR BEING PLACED ON THE LOTUS FEET OF KRSNA, as you have seen on the Govinda Album. Simply by seeing, simply by touching, simply by remembering, simply by praying to, simply by bowing before, simply by hearing about, or simply by sowing this tree, there is always auspiciousness. You are bathed in your own splendor, which defeats the effulgence of lightning and the golden campaka flower. So you can just educate them about their culture and the benefits they can get also by offering respect to Srimati Tulis Devi. Considering this, the Acarya began worshiping the Lord. VERY SERIOUSLY CONTINUE. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. Later, when he became bedridden in February and March of 1990, I worked with Vidya Devi Dasi, Muralidhara Dasa, and Mohana Dasa to help provide nursing and medical care for him in his final days. One of the offenses is trying to preach to people who are not interested in hearing from you. Anyone who comes in touch with the Tulasi tree in the above mentioned ways lives eternally in the Vaikuntha world. So from this verse we can understand how pure is the service which Tulasi offers to Sri Krishna. BOTH ARE THE SUPREME PERSONALITY OF GODHEAD. I have not read the whole page yet, will surely do so. pradakshinah pade pade, By the circumambulation of Srimati Tulasi Devi all the sins one may have committed are destroyed at every step, even the sin of killing a brahmana.. Vishnu appeared in the form of Shankacuda to Tulasi, and the two sported, and ceased when Tulasi realised that he was an imposter. ALL THE DEVOTEES SHOULD POUR WATER AT LEAST ONCE IN THE MORNING BEFORE TAKING PRASADAM. ASAMSAYAH, WITHOUT ANY DOUBT, SIMPLY FOLLOWING THESE RULES AND REGULATION, MAM EVAISYASI, YOU COME BACK TO ME.. Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare. SB 3.15.19 P Description of the Kingdom of God Srimati Radharani, the daughter of King Vrishabhanu, has made you the ruling monarch of Lord Krishnas opulent and auspicious abode of Vrindavana, which is the crest jewel of all the Vaikuntha planets. On the way to his room I grabbed the painting of Vrinda Devi to take to him. THE TULASI, SHE WILL NOT GO TO LIVE WITH ANYONE NON-DEVOTEE, AND BECAUSE SHE IS GROWING SO PROFUSELY, THEREFORE SHE IS GIVING YOU HER BEST FAVOR BECAUSE YOU ARE BEST DEVOTEE, THAT IS TO BE UNDERSTOOD. Gayatri, hare krishna Then, with folded hands, Advaita Acarya would offer obeisances and prayers unto the Lord. Tulasi's great connection with Vaishnavas is communicated with the fact that Vaishnavas are known as "those who bear the tulasi round the neck". THIS SURELY MAKES YOU SATISFIED. 18) Dont try to introduce something new. 8) Yes. Please accept my blessings. But if we simply chant this Hare Krishna maha-mantra and strictly follow the four regulative principles: no illicit sex, no meat-eating, no gambling and no intoxication and we read Srila Prabhupadas books at least 1-2 hours a day then everything will be adjusted. Vishnu turned into a stone, and resided on riverbank Gandaki River. kindly help. The small crew of us who cared for Baba all feel deeply committed to carrying on his work at Vrinda Kunda. That Gaurasundara and Siddha-svarupa have sold the Temple in Hawaii and abandoned the beautiful Tulasi plants there is a great fall down on their parts. Such chanting is for the mukta-purusa, or liberated soul. 11) No. Srila Prabhupada is living in his books, Krishna is present within your heart. Do not place Tulasi leaves on the feet of anyone other than Lord Vishnu in His various forms. Her right hand is raised in blessing the devotees, and on her left hand she holds her yellow parrot, Daksha, who has thousands of parrot disciples of various colors: red, green, yellow, blue, white. Dont shake or stroke the branch and damage healthy leaves. We were seeing a divine soul depart for the realm of Goloka, and we cried for joy. In the Western countries, while engaged in propagating the Krsna consciousness movement, WE WERE BROUGHT GREAT UNHAPPINESS BECAUSE WE COULD NOT FIND TULASI LEAVES. It is taboo to urinate, excrete or throw waste water near the plant. atyutkayoh keli-vilasa- siddhih satyavatyai namo namah, I offer my repeated obeisances unto Vrinda, Srimati Tulasi Devi, who is very dear to Lord Keshava [Krishna]. TULASI DEVI NEVER GOES BACK TO GODHEAD, SHE IS ALWAYS WITH GODHEAD. (6) rasabhilasho vasatish ca vrinda- Hare krishna prabhu Haridasa Thakura used to chant the holy name on his beads 300,000 times daily. This is offering OBEISANCES, bowing down (pancanga pranam). If branches obstruct a passageway, tie them back, but dont cut them. Vaishnavas traditionally use japa malas (a string of Hindu prayer beads) made from Tulasi stems or roots called Tulasi malas, which are an important symbol of the initiation. So if some of his disciples would offer him foodstuffs that were not first offered to Krishna with big bunches of tulsi leaves He would be upset. Because of Srila Prabhupadas efforts in spreading the glories of Tulasi Devi all over the world, Vrinda Devi led Baba Madhava Dasa to choose ISKCON to continue her service at Vrinda Kunda. Anyone who follows them will also fall down without a doubt. Tulasi malas are considered to be auspicious for the wearer, and believed to connect him with Vishnu or Krishna and confer the protection of the deity. Only on very special occasions are others allowed to touch the Deity. The following list comes from the Padma Purana. Im thinking by serving Tulasi my life will become successful! tvat-saubhagam kena nirucyatam tad Hare Krsna Prabhu, i was thinking of wearing tulsi beads around my neck, but i want to confirm if there are any precautions that need to be taken in order to be worthy of the beads The picture of tulasi is especially indicative, BECAUSE IF TULASI GROWS LUXURIANTLY THAT PROVES THE SINCERE DEVOTIONAL SERVICE OF THE PLACE. Infact I have become a source of laughter, anger, and so many things.I had to even stop my deity worship as my father threatened me to break the temple altar. We persisted, imploring him that it would be a necessary part of continuing the development of Vrinda Kunda. That was the beginning. If I replant those plants, may be out of anger they may uproot the other previous 10-12 plants. In a miraculous way that only Lord Krishna could have designed, this aged saint, who was born in a highly situated brahmana family and who had spent his entire life as a sadhu, was now being cared for by a small crew of American and European disciples of Srila Prabhupada. On the western side are Madhuvana, Talavana, Kumudavana, Bahulavana, Kamyavana, Khadiravana and Vrndavana. IT IS VERY PLEASING. At one point, Srila Prabhupada told us that Tulasi Devi was a great devotee of Lord Krishna, and that her husband, a demon, was killed by Krishna. Vrishadhvaja and also his heir-son were dead and his grandchildrenDharmadhvaja and Kushadhvajawere now worshiping Lakshmi to gain her favor. We promised Baba that a compound wall will be built around Vrinda Kunda and other improvements will be made. These mantras can be said before or while . It has been mentioned that plucking of leaves / watering of Tulasi Devi is forbidden on Sundays and other days as per the Lunar Calendar. SPL Honolulu 71-11-20 Govinda dasi, THE PRESENCE OF TULASI IS PROOF OF TRUE DEVOTIONAL ATMOSPHERE THERE. YOU SHOULD ALSO GO OUT FOR STREET SANKIRTANA AND DISTRIBUTE MY LITERATURE FOR THE CRIPPLE MINDED MASSES, and whatever spare time you have you can carve some tulasi beads for me to sanctify. [10][11][12], In a variation of this legend, Vrinda immolates herself in her husband's funeral pyre, but Vishnu ensures that she is incarnated in the form of tulasi plant upon the earth. During this time, I visited Vrinda Kunda. I dont like it when Tulasi wood is wood for this purpose. Yes. Please give me the privilege of devotional service and make me your own maidservant. Vrinda Devi is in charge of the Vrindavana lilathe pastimes of Radha and Krishna. She cursed Vishnu that his wife, too, would be separated from him (Which happens when Sita is abducted by Ravana) and self-immolates, even as the deity attempts to stop her. So far as touching the Deity is concerned, that can be done only by the priest. Your body will decay and become a holy river named Gaak; your hair will become the Tulas plant, the leaves of which will be held sacred in all the three worlds. All Visnu-tattva Deities require profusely Tulasi leaves. So we have to sincerely surrender to and actually follow the basic points: chant at least 16 rounds of the Hare Krishna mantra every day, strictly follow the four regulative principles: no illicit sex, no meat eating, no gambling and no intoxication and read Srila Prabhupadas books at least 1-2 hours a day, and we will be safe. A good example of this is deity worship. [2] The plant is cultivated for religious purposes, and for its essential oil. THE PROCESS HAS IMMENSE SPIRITUAL POTENCY. Wherever the shade of Tulasi Devi falls is purified and is the best place for offering fire sacrifices. 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