As I carefully put them back into their bag, I was mesmerized by their smooth touch and golden glow. To approach the President is very difficult, unless you are the friend of his son or daughter, then it becomes very easy. In the Skanda Purana there is a statement praising the tulasi tree as follows: Let me offer my respectful obeisances unto the tulasi tree, which can immediately vanquish volumes of sinful activities. Pick Tulasi leaves and flowers in the morning, never at night (from sunset to sunrise). mor ei abhilash, bilas kunje dio vas Prabhupada: Everyone. Shankhacuda and Tulasi were soon married. But if He does not like, He may not give you. Tulsi, or holy basil, is a herb revered for spiritual and medicinal qualities. One obtains the perfection of remembering when one constantly thinks of the lotus feet of the Lord. 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. The plant may remain in the garden. 75-07-26. Krishna!. My second question is,I have Deities of Krsna and Visnu but I am not fixed up in devotional service. vrinde namas te caranaravindam. Such chanting is for the mukta-purusa, or liberated soul. 72-04-12. In the Vedas, Tulasi ("matchless") is known as Vaishnavi ("belonging to Vishnu"), Vishnu Vallabha ("beloved of Vishnu"),[3] Haripriya ("beloved of Vishnu"), Vishnu Tulasi. 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. The devas invoke Prakriti, the personified force of nature, who offers them three seeds to be planted where Vishnu stays, which represent the sattva, rajas, and tamas gunas. Babas passing away was glorious. I held the painting for Baba to see and said, Vrinda Devi has come., He focused on the beautiful form of Vrinda Devi and tried to say his Sanskrit prayers to her. And I found information on Tulasi Deviher botanical names, her history, and ways to grow her. I THINK THIS PLANT CANNOT GROW IN COLD COUNTRIES, BUT IF THE PLANTS ARE DISPATCHED FROM YOUR PLACE AND IF THE DEVOTEES TAKE CARE OF THE PLANT WITH A LITTLE CARE IN A FLOWER POT, THEN IT MAY GROW. The Devi Bhagavata Purana regards Tulasi as an manifestation of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and the principal consort of Vishnu. Every center should be encouraged to grow Tulsi. priyayai keshavasya ca Yes, Srivas Pandit has sikha. THE WATERING SHOULD NOT BE VERY MUCH LARGE IN QUANTITY, BUT IT SHOULD BE POURED JUST TO KEEP THE GROUND SOFT AND MOIST. 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. After item twenty-six (meditation), the twenty-seventh is TO SERVE TULASI, the twenty-eighth is to serve the Vaisnava, the twenty-ninth is to live in Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krsna, and the thirtieth is to read Srimad-Bhagavatam regularly. When you write these stupid things Without Srila Prabhupada and Krishnas guidance I cant make any progress in Krishna Consciousness. I wonder about you. Even we did something that is actually very sinful in the past, and in Kali-yuga it would be difficult to find anyone who has not done something terribly sinful in the past, it does not matter. In the same Skanda-Purana, Reva-khanda, IT IS SAID THAT ONE WHO RECITES PRAYERS TO TULASI OR SOWS A TULASI SEED IS ALSO FREED FROM ALL OFFENSES. In Kali-yuga, one who worships, remembers, plants, keeps, or performs kirtana before Tulasi burns up all sinful reactions and quickly attains Lord Krishnas abode. 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. Antya 3.141 The Kapoor basil has different leaves, different manjaris, and a different scent. Tulasi Devi: She has an incomparable form. She first of all cultivated the tulasi plant in Hawaii. NoD 9 Further Considerations of Devotional Principles I am neophyte in this field so I have to seek guidance. You have to work it out, exactly what to do, because I do not know your situation. Tulasi leaf is very, very dear to Visnu. I tasted the divine words of the Gita: I come as death.. Simply all the devotees may offer a LITTLE WATER EVERY MORNING AND IN THE EVENING OFFER OBEISANCES AND GHEE LAMP (ONE WICK) AND CIRCUMAMBULATING THREE TIMES REPEATING THE MANTRAS THAT I HAVE GIVEN YOU. She gains the status of a goddess named Tulasi, while her earthly form is the tulasi plant. In the Skanda Purana it is said: "Tulasi is auspicious in all respects. So dont try preaching to people who dont want to hear from you. Letter: Anuttama In Orissa, the tulasi plant represents all local deities and rituals to propitiate them are offered in front of the plant. In the Srimad-Bhagavatam, in the narration of Ajamilas deliverance, it is said that Yamaraja gave clear instructions to his assistants not to approach the Vaisnavas. SB 3.16.21 Vaisnava must have sikha. Srimati Tulsi Devi is a pure devotee of Krishna and she will help us and protect us in so many ways in our endeavors to make advancement in Krishna consciousness. But Lord Caitanya is so merciful that He has distributed this Hare Krishna maha mantra: Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Yes Prabhu, I will try to become better and better at serving Tulasi Devi. kamam ca dasye na tu kama-kamyaya We promised Baba that a compound wall will be built around Vrinda Kunda and other improvements will be made. IN THE EVENING A LAMP SHOULD BE OFFERED TO THE TULASI PLANT AND IN THE MORNING EACH DEVOTEE SHOULD OFFER A LITTLE WATER AND OFFER OBEISANCES. Lord Krishna happily lives in the house, town, or forest where Tulasi Devi is present. The Tulasi with green leaves is called Shri-Tulasi ("fortunate Tulasi") or Lakshmi-Tulasi; Shri is also a synonym for Lakshmi, Vishnu's spouse. So just make the best arrangement you can to save the tulsi plants. I THINK I GAVE HER THE SEEDS, AND SHE VERY NICELY DONE IT. Simply by seeing, simply by touching, simply by remembering, simply by praying to, simply (5) tvadiya-dutyena nikunja-yunor ei nivedana dharo, sakhir anugata koro And when the tulasi leaves are offered in devotion at the lotus feet of Krsna, there is the full development of love of Godhead., NoD 11 Aspects of Transcendental Service Letter: Krsnakanti Please tell me how to get started. And that you can actually worship the Deities properly every day without fail. Srimati Tulsi Devi is a pure devotee of Krishna. In your house you have to cook daily anyhow. What should one do if he is not following the basic rules and regulations but has got Radha-Krishna Deity with him? In that house where the mud from the Tulasi Devi is kept, all the demigods along with Lord Krishna will always reside. devi if one has to make progress in the path of devotion. [29], The word Tulasi is used in many place names and family names. Somehow, by the divine arrangement of the Lord, he ended up at ISKCONs Krishna-Balaram temple. So you can just educate them about their culture and the benefits they can get also by offering respect to Srimati Tulis Devi. If they wanted to go away they could have, but they had no right to sell the Temple. THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RAMA AND KRISHNA. vrinde namas te caranaravindam. These are stupid questions. KINDLY TRY TO INDUCE HER TO RETURN. FOR KRISHNA TULASI AND RAMA TULASI THE THE WORSHIP IS THE SAME. I do not have tulasi devi yet at my home but now shes grown herself, but above the toilet. krishna-bhakti-prade devi Ys Then he was gone. A house where Tulasi Devi is present never falls on bad times, and it becomes purer than all holy places. If one commits any of the above offenses, one must read at least one chapter of Bhagavad-gita. THIS IS NOT AT ALL DIFFICULT FOR ANYONE, AND THE PROCESS OF CHANTING THE HARE KRSNA MAHA-MANTRA WITH A VOW BEFORE THE TULASI PLANT HAS SUCH GREAT SPIRITUAL POTENCY THAT SIMPLY BY DOING THIS ONE CAN BECOME SPIRITUALLY STRONG. My Tulasis have a lot of Manjaris, what should I do with them? His last audible words were Krishna! It was very nice doing this service. Hindus regard it as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Tulasi; she is regarded as the avatar of Lakshmi, and thus the consort of the god Vishnu. So it is really quite essential for all devotees to wear tulsi neck beads. (8) bhaktya vihina aparadha-lakshaih https://krishnastore.com/books-srila-prabhupada-om-21_38.html. Since Mlat is regarded to be "deceptive" (As she stems from Lakm, who is already Vishnu's shakti), she is condemned. I CANNOT UNDERSTAND HOW GOVINDA DASI COULD ABANDON TULASI DEVI. Vishvapavani: She is the sanctifier of the whole world. Hare krishna prabhu Then Prabhupada stopped short and became thoughtful. 73-01-04 Letter: Dhruvananda It is considered as the holy plant in the Indian Subcontinent. THEN GO ON WATERING AND THEY WILL GROW LIKE ANYTHING. (4) tvad-ajnaya pallava-pushpa-bhringa- Sri Krsna, who is very affectionate toward His devotees, SELLS HIMSELF TO A DEVOTEE who offers Him merely a tulasi leaf and a palmful of water., Your email address will not be published. Nandini: She gives happiness to everyone. Sometimes the shopkeepers give ordinary beads and say it is tulsi, so it is very difficult to get tulsi beads without personal attendance. Preferably, arati should also be offered to Tulsi in the evening, just before Sandhya-arati. There is great spiritual merit accrued from caring for holy places. krishna-preyasi lilabhidhana kila krishna- shaktih Im praying to Srila Prabhupada to please show me the way to engage in Krishna Consciousness. I believe it was his gift to us, Srila Prabhupadas generations of disciples. Never pick Tulasi leaves for any other purpose than to offer to the Lord. One who puts into his mouth or on his head Tulasi leaves that have been offered to Lord Krishna attains Lord Krishnas abode. I think you can close the doors to the Deity room during Tulasi puja and then open them again afterwards. He became alarmed and exclaimed, You cannot cut Tulasithat is the greatest offense! The Deity of Lord Caitanya is very nicely done so there is no need to change the color. 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. He knows also that He is the Supreme Personality of Godhead and I think if you offer Him bhoga with tulsi leaves on it He will accept it. However, we\re curious if there are days when we are forbidden to bring Tulasi Devi into our homes. All glories to Srila Prabhupada and Gauranga Mahaprabhu! [28] Water mixed with the tulasi leaves is given to the dying to raise their departing souls to heaven. There are no days when we can not bring Srimati-Tulsi inside our homes for worshiping her. You are always very dear to Lord Keshava. Shankhacuda, a mighty daitya, underwent a severe tapasya that pleased Brahma. 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. They are never going to listen anything on spiritual knowledge. 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. Whoever takes shelter of you has his wishes fulfilled. In my mind I had a fleeting glimpse of a beautiful palace, with winding crystal staircases and shimmering decor. Mahadev says it takes time to create hatred in someone's mind and he feels bad that Krishna has to face . Asta-Nama-Stava from the Padma Purana The Eight Names of Vrinda-devi On the full moon-day of Kartik Lord Sri Krishna Himself worships Srimati Tulasi-devi with this Mantra. The devotees have to take birth and at the appointed time change their bodies. Watchlist. Antya 3.137 O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. Better to try and look after them so they dont die, but if the weather is bad this may not be possible. He felt sorry for the condition of the world because even after Lord Krsnas appearance, no one had interest in devotional service to Krsna. At the end of the churning, Dhanvantari rose from the ocean with amrita (the elixir of immortality). He should just start following the basic rules and regulations and keep worshiping the deities. 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 the tree, there is always auspiciousness. Hare Krishna, Dandvats. FIRST UTILIZE THE DEAD LEAVES OR LEAVES WHICH HAVE FALLEN DOWN, AND IF MORE LEAVES ARE REQUIRED FOR WORSHIPING KRSNA, YOU MAY TAKE THEM FROM TULASI PLANT IN THIS WAY: FIRST APPROACH TULASI DEVI AND OFFER YOUR OBEISANCES, REQUESTING HER THAT FOR WORSHIPING KRSNA YOU WANT TO TAKE SOME LEAVES. The offering of its leaves is recommended in ritualistic worship of Vishnu and his avatars, like Krishna and Vithoba. Madhava Babas knowledge of the scriptures, especially those relating to the glories of Tulasi Devi, was vast. Tulasi flourishes where there is love and devotion. Every center should be encouraged to grow Tulsi. KRSNA SAYS, MAN-MANA BHAVA MAD-BHAKTO MAD-YAJI MAM NAMASKURU, MAM EVAISYASI ASAMSAYAH. karau harer mandira-marjanadisu It means forest of Tulasi., Baba explained, This Vrindavana-dhama belongs to Sri Krishna. TulasiDevi: The Sacred Tree Compiled by Stephen Knapp The Tulasi tree is a most important plant, and is often seen at numerous Vedic temples, especially those dedicated to Vishnu and Krishna. 8) Yes. Vishnu granted his trishula to Shiva, who slew Shankachuda with the weapon. They are worn as a necklace or garland or held in the hand and used as a rosary. So shall I take it from the soil near the water tank, and serve her and take her for serving krishna for bhoga and further offering or let it be there, letting it be there dosent seems nice. vicitra-ratnabharana-shriyadhye THERE IS NO NEED TO KEEP CANDLE BURNING ALL NIGHT, BUT YOU CAN BURN CANDLE IN THE EVENING FOR ONE HOUR FOR TULASI DEVI, THAT WILL BE NICE. Devotees of Krishna worship a little tree. [7] Though tulasi leaves are necessary for Hindu worship, there are strict rules for it. Tulsidevi is part of Krishnas entourage, she is Krishna-ised or Krishna Conscious, and in this pure state she has all the qualities of Krishna, and therefore she becomes worshipable just like Krishna. These are nice plants and offerable, like roses, gardenias, etc. Letter: Bhavananda Krishna-jivani: She is the life and soul of Lord Krishna. Hare Krishna 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. 70-11-12. SB 5.3.6 Letter: Jagadisa The leaves, flowers, roots, bark, branches, trunk, and shade of Tulasi Devi are all spiritual. So there is no problem from your side. srutim cakaracyuta-sat-kathodaye O Tulasi, beloved of Krishna, I bow before you again and again. As such, being pleased by Advaita Acarya, Lord Caitanya appeared. atyutkayoh keli-vilasa- siddhih We can not change the past, but we can change the future. Every day provide Tulasi fresh air, water (as neededbe careful not to water too much), and sunshine (or plant lights). She is a great devotee standing before us in the form of a small tree. Tulsi Vivah Legend Padma Purana has narrated the story of Krishna and Tulsi. Someone has uprooted them. 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. SB 5.3.6 Lord Caitanya and Lord Nityananda can be decorated with all kinds of jewelry. [20], In the 19th century, some families in Bengal regarded the plant as their spiritual guide or clan deity. Hare Krishna! Hare Krishna! Then the mantra FOR CIRCUMAMBULATING the Tulasi tree. As you require something for His service, he provides it. Madhava Baba knew all the scriptural references to Vrinda Devi, and he carefully supervised the tiniest details of this painting. HOW ARE THEY FEELING? Tulsi is the most respected and worshipped plant in the Hinduism. Personally I have always got Srila Prabhupadas and Krishnas guidance. Even the poorest of devotees in any part of the world can secure a small flower, fruit or leaf and a little water, and IF THESE OFFERINGS, AND ESPECIALLY TULASI LEAVES AND GANGES WATER, ARE OFFERED TO KRSNA WITH DEVOTION, HE IS VERY SATISFIED. DONT NEGLECT. Thus, within my vision I will always behold the beautiful pastimes of Radha and Krishna. By grace of Tulasi Devi now Im able to follow the basic rules and regulations of Krishna Consciousness. Now tulasi plants are growing in almost every center of our movement. Yes, the leaves of Srimati Tulasi Devi MAY BE OFFERED TO ALL VISNU-TATTVA EXPANSIONS OF KRSNA, INCLUDING NITYANANDA AND BALARAMA. (7) tvam kirtyase satvata-tantra- vidbhir Bathing in the Ganges and serving a pure Vaisnava are also known as tadiya-upasanam. 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. There are conflicting accounts about Tulasi leaves being used in the worship of the god Shiva. If one makes a paste of dried tulasi wood (from a plant that died naturally) and smears it over his body and worships Vishnu, it is worth several ordinary pujas and lakhs of gaudanam (donation of cows). So if in our heart we want to serve Krishna and Krishnas pure devotees then they know that. vrindavanadhisha-padabja- bhringah Tulasi Devi, Beloved of Krishna One of Krishna's most intimate servants comes in a special form to bless us with extraordinary fortune. That is the way in the material world. bhaktebhyo bhakta-vatsalah. Please guide me what should be done? I once plucked a tulsi leaf on sunday to offer it to shri krishna deity. nayane heribo sada jugala-rupa- rashi It is a plant which you can find in almost every Hindu house. I am giving you herewith three mantras for Tulasi Devi as follows: vrindaai tulasi devyai priyaai kesavasya ca Now it is not raining, but when there is sufficient cloud, it will rain. 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. Advaita Acarya considered the meaning of the verse in this way: Not finding any way to repay the debt He owes to one who offers Him a tulasi leaf and water, LORD KRSNA THINKS, THERE IS NO WEALTH IN MY POSSESSION THAT IS EQUAL TO A TULASI LEAF AND WATER.. After the death of her lover Shankhachur, Devi Tulsi fumes in anger and places a deadly curse on Krishna. He is giving mercy. 71-08-31. 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. So you first introduced Tulasi plant in the Western countries and now you have introduced the vigraha form of Lord Caitanya in the Western countries. That is the sign of substantial devotional service. Without their mercy, we would keep rotting in this hell of material world where there is only birth, death, old age and disease. And I am sure you were chanting Hare Krishna also. He finally agreed, for the service of Vrinda Devi, and we began documenting his life story and the story of the development of Vrinda Kunda. But carving tulasi beads should not be your sole occupation. The name Tulasi is also believed to literally translate as "immeasurable". The small crew of us who cared for Baba all feel deeply committed to carrying on his work at Vrinda Kunda. What can we do? kshiptash ca kamadi-taranga- madhye You can put up barbed-wire fence around the tulasi plants if that will help, or somehow or other protect them from further danger. Hare Krsna Prabhu, I have just started it. In another iteration, as Vrinda, she is married to Jalandhara. Haridasa Thakura used to chant the holy name on his beads 300,000 times daily. Once he looked up at me and very humbly said, Thank you, Mataji. The living entities who attain the service of the lotus feet of your Lord reside in Vrindavana. By Krishnas grace, the daily worship of Vrinda Devi is still going on. It makes for a wonderful read and is worth saving for future reading also (I\ve bookmarked the page). Babas departure left on indelible imprint on my mind. varada bhava shobhane, O Tulasi, you were born from nectar. Once upon a time, King Vrishadhvajaa devotee of the god Shivabanned worship of all other deities except for that of his patron god. They accompany Vishnu to Vaikuntha, and greatly please and delight him. It does not have to be such a big program like they do in the temples. When the painting was finished, I would hold it up before Baba daily, and he would chant his prayers to Vrinda Devi, his worshipable deity. ghranam ca tat-pada-saroja-saurabhe What are the prescribed rules for plucking the tulsi leaves for offering to Lord Krishna? Throughout the entire day and night, he would chant the sixteen names of the Hare Krsna maha-mantra. 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.. One who worships Lord Krishna with Tulasi leaves releases all his ancestors from the realm of birth and death. Now, in order to worship Lord Keshava, I am collecting your leaves and manjaris.Please bestow your benediction on me.. Please give me the privilege of devotional service and make me your own maidservant. It is better to look forward that to look back. why we cannot pluck leaves at night or sunday, Hare Krishna Prabhupada: Every temple we have got big, big tulasi. Tulasi Devi is a pure devotee of Krishna and she should be treated with the same respect given to all Krishnas pure devotees. by mahesh-das | Full size image. It is great mercy that Srimati Tulsi Devi has come. It is the shining crest jewel of all the Vaikunthas, and Srimati Radharani, the daughter of King Vrishabhanu, has made Vrinda Devi the ruling monarch of Lord Krishnas opulent and auspicious abode of Vrindavana.. Educate them. Indeed, Maharaja Ambarisa never desired anything for his own sense gratification. Even the soil around the plant is holy. What is the proper way to water Tulasi Devi? Her leaves and flowers decorate the Deity of Krishna in the temple and are placed on food offered to Him. Tulasi Devi is very, very dear to the Lord. Traditionally, the tulasi is planted in the center of the central courtyard of Hindu houses. SB 4.8.55 Tulsi leaves are very important for satisfying Lord Krishna. Instead of eating regularly, she chewed whatever food she received as alms, and if nothing was supplied she would fast. 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. Srila Prabhupada taught us never to think of Tulasi as an ordinary plant. Then, with folded hands, Advaita Acarya would offer obeisances and prayers unto the Lord. 73-01-04 Letter: George Will Krsna forgive me? Vishnu turned into a stone, and resided on riverbank Gandaki River. SB 7.5.23-24 Tulasi Devi can be used in many ways to please the Supreme Lord, but never for gratifying ones senses. A house with a tulasi plant is sometimes considered a place of pilgrimage. THIS IS THE PRACTICAL DEMONSTRATION. I couldnt control myself from speaking against such words for the cows and Tulasi. Often he would cry when he saw her. THERE IS NO QUESTION OF PRUNING IN THE MANNER OF GARDENERS JUST TO MAKE NICE BEAUTIFUL PLANT FOR ORNAMENTAL PURPOSES. THE PRESENCE OF TULASI IS PROOF OF TRUE DEVOTIONAL ATMOSPHERE THERE. Devotees of Krishna worship a little tree. Traditionally, the daily worship and care of the plant is the responsibility of the women of the household. 71-11-17 Letter: Patty Dorgan The Nayars of Malabar offer tulasi plants to pacify evil spirits.[26]. Krishna is so kind. tulasy amrita-janmasi In the Skanda Purana it is said: 'Tulasi is auspicious in all respects. So there is nothing wrong with it. IF POSSIBLE KINDLY LET ME KNOW WHERE IS GAURASUNDARA. [19], A person who waters and cares for the tulasi daily is believed to gain spiritual merit and the divine grace of Vishnu, even if he does not worship it. Apart from this in many other ways people are using Tulasi leaves whis seems very disrespectful to Tulasi Devi like in toothpaste or handwash. One who with devotion applies the paste of Tulasi wood to the Deity of Krishna will always live close to Krishna. I want to know the place of Tulsi tree and Temple at home Our house is rectangle shape . However, by association with Srimati Tulsi-devi and with the . Regarding worship of Tulasi, it is not very much important. Terrified of what it implied, she ran from forest to forest, forgetting herself. So you continue to your best, and you will automatically advance more and more in Krishna consciousness. So it is not a very big requirement. vrinde namas te caranaravindam. We pointed this out to Srila Prabhupada and asked his permission to trim some of the branches. But if one is not serious about Krishna consciousness he should not wear tulsi beads just for show. 750801SB.NO Lectures Then our life will be totally successful. Thank you for such an informative article. Kalanemi was a demon who was the ruler of Mathura and had a beautiful daughter named Vrinda. He began to describe such a palace from various scriptural quotations. In 1968, before Tulasi made her appearance in the West, Srila Prabhupada sometimes talked about her. KRSNA IS VERY EAGER TO SEE HIS DEVOTEE SERVE TULASI, Vaisnavas, Mathura and Bhagavatam. My second question is- When I take the the responsibility of serving Tulasi Devi, if someone commits any offence to Tulasi Devi and I am not able to prevent it will I also suffer the bad consequences and will it affect my devotional service? The offering of her leaves is mandatory in the worship of Bhagavan Sri Krishna. Some people in India think that the Kapoor is actually pujya Tulasi Maharani, but no sadhu does. radha-krishna-seva pabo ei abhilashi You just water. He was an old man. Although Krsna wants everyone to surrender to His lotus feet, because of peoples sinful activities they cannot do this. Vrishadhvaja and also his heir-son were dead and his grandchildrenDharmadhvaja and Kushadhvajawere now worshiping Lakshmi to gain her favor. I go there often but the deity remains in the same condition I leave, the garland I give dries up, the deity becomes filled with dust, the temple is dirty And that you are sincerely trying, I can understand from these tulasi plants. Vrinda is the daughter of Kalanemi, an asura. Prabhupada talked on and on about the glories of Tulasi Devi, and he was in such joyful spirits! I have not read all of Srila Prabhupadas. 16) Use common sense and if you have none then consult with others. The goddesses of Dhtr and Tulas, however, bear genuine love for Vishnu, and make him forget about his misery. 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. Sri Tulasidevi wonderful, understanding, loved in all aspects by the Lord. No. They said that the plants were dead and it is not good to keep dead plants. vacamsi vaikuntha-gunanuvarnane If we surrender to and follow these simple point then automatically everything else in our lives will become perfect. 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. Yes, Krishna is providing everything. "Again and again I offer my obeisance unto Vrnda Devi, who is known as Tulasi Devi and Satyavati, who is most dear to Krishna, and who bestows devotion to Krishna upon us." " We do not have so much time, but still we can chant some kirtan, we can plant Tulasi, offer some flowers, some water, we . 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