Significance of Tulsi Vivaah
Tulsi Vivah is among one of the much-awaited festivals for the devotees of the Lord Vishnu and Goddess Tulsi (Tulsi plant), which is celebrated on the very next day of Dev Uthani Ekadashi (Dwadashi Tithi of Shukla paksha in the month of Karthik)
Importance of Tulsi plant
In Hindu religion, the Tulsi plant symbolises purity, devotion, and love. People consider the plant sacred and worship it throughout the year.
How is Tulsi Vivaah done?
During Tulsi Vivaah, devotees formally wed Tulsi to Lord Shaligram or the Amla branch, both of whom are representations of Vishnu. It eliminates the obstacles and problems in the lives of married couples.
Date & Time of Tulsi Vivaah
Tulsi Vivah will be observed on Friday, November 24. The Dwadashi Tithi will begin at 09:01 PM on November 23, 2023, and will end at 07:06 PM on November 24, 2023.
Association
In accordance with a blessing by Lord Vishnu to marry Vrinda in her next birth, Vishnu – in the form of Shaligrama - married Tulsi on Prabodhini Ekadashi. To commemorate this event, the ceremony of Tulsi Vivaah is performed.
Beginning of auspicious events
It is believed that soon after Tulsi Vivaah all the auspicious events like weddings and other rituals get started.
Benefits of Tulsi Vivaah to married couples
Performing Tulsi Vivaah puja ensures a prosperous and harmonious married life and ensures fertility and the birth of healthy children with the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
Financial stability
Performing Tulsi Vivaah also helps a person getting abundance and stability in married life.
Seek blessings
Offer bhog prasad to God and seek blessings from Lord Vishnu and Goddess Tulsi after the ceremony.