Devotees of Krishna worship a little tree. Gayatri, hare krishna Earth shakes, and Tulsi gets more concerned. It is like shouting in a persons ears when you want to make an important point. You have been doing penance for a long time to get me as your husband. Some people are very happy seeing Tulasi growing luxuriantly. I am in due receipt of your letter dated October 17, 1974 and have noted the contents. 74-11-25. Its leaves are used in every holy ceremony. It makes for a wonderful read and is worth saving for future reading also (I\ve bookmarked the page). As far as offering tulsi leaves to Panca Tattva it is a difficult subject matter. Now I only water the Tulasi Plants, listen to Srila Prabhupadas MP3 files, read his books and Vani Samadhi, and chant Hare Krishna. Srimati Tulasi devi is one of the most exalted devotees of the Sri Krishna. SB 5.3.6 He felt sorry for the condition of the world because even after Lord Krsnas appearance, no one had interest in devotional service to Krsna. She's Tulasi Devi, Krishna's favorite plant. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. lilabhidhana kila krishna- shaktih 73-01-04 Letter: George I am confused, neither I could leave her in that distressful condition nor I could serve her at my home. 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.. Prabhu, can I bring the plants and plant them in my house. Tulsi, or holy basil, is a herb revered for spiritual and medicinal qualities. If they wanted to go away they could have, but they had no right to sell the Temple. This forgetfulness was so overwhelming that Advaita Prabhu was convinced that no one but Lord Krsna Himself could enlighten people about devotional service to the Supreme Lord. As a disciple of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada and a Tulasi-sevaka, I respectfully implore you to change the picture. They were large, round beads, shiny from years of use, with a mystical quality that still sticks in my mind. 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. And if we are sincere He will give us the inspiration and intelligence so we can serve Him nicely. So this is an example of missing the point. The Tulasi with dark green or purple leaves and purple stem is called Shyama-Tulasi ("dark Tulasi") or Krishna-Tulsi ("dark Tulasi"); Krishna is also a prominent avatar of Vishnu. In the Vedas, Tulasi ("matchless") is known as Vaishnavi ("belonging to Vishnu"), Vishnu Vallabha ("beloved of Vishnu"),[3] Haripriya ("beloved of Vishnu"), Vishnu Tulasi. mukunda-lingalaya-darsane drsau If a tulasi stick is used to burn a lamp for Vishnu, it is like offering the deities lakhs of lamps. HOW ARE YOUR TULASI PLANTS IN HAWAII? Tulsi or Tulasi, also commonly referred to as Holy Basil, is one of the most sacred plants in Hindu belief. As I carefully put them back into their bag, I was mesmerized by their smooth touch and golden glow. 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. 73-12-06 Letter: Kirtida Kanyaka bhaktebhyo bhakta-vatsalah. TULASI IS A WORSHIPABLE PLANT SO THERE IS NO QUESTION OF USING ANY SPRAYS. Every day provide Tulasi fresh air, water (as neededbe careful not to water too much), and sunshine (or plant lights). This is the celebration of the marriage ceremony of Srimati Tulsi Devi and Lord Sri Krishna. And I am sure you were chanting Hare Krishna also. 94-08-08. The picture of tulasi is especially indicative, BECAUSE IF TULASI GROWS LUXURIANTLY THAT PROVES THE SINCERE DEVOTIONAL SERVICE OF THE PLACE. KB 30 It was early, just after mangala-arati, on March 27, 1990. 3) Yes, jewelry is alright. And Tulasi Devi is growing so nicely there. I am new to this path and need Mercy of Lord Krishna to bless us and help us from Distracting. So please advise prabhuji, what to do? 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. 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. SB 7.5.23-24 The devotees have to take birth and at the appointed time change their bodies. 750801SB.NO Lectures (B) TULASI DEVI'S ROLE IN OUR DEVOTION TO KRISHNA This can be understood with a few examples: (1) IN SRIMAD BHAGAVATAM: The four Kumaras, the sons of Lord Brahma were very much attached to the impersonal aspect of Godhead, not directly to Krishna. 17) No. It does not have to be such a big program like they do in the temples. The Supreme Lord can be pleased only by devotional service: therefore it is said here that the Lord is surely satisfied by devotion and nothing else. It was very nice doing this service. But carving tulasi beads should not be your sole occupation. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. Vishnu procured it for the devas, when the asuras tried to steal it. It is wonderful to be engaged in the service of Tulasi Devi! There is a small, simple temple there, and a lovely pond lined with Tulasi trees. I never use any such products and try my best to not let my family members use such products. CHANT: Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna, Krishna Hare Hare / Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama Hare Hare and be happy! One who worships Lord Krishna daily with Tulasi leaves attains the results of all kinds of austerity, charity, and sacrifice. 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. O Supreme Lord, You are full in every respect. Indeed, Maharaja Ambarisa never desired anything for his own sense gratification. My intuition was that he had given us as much as we could then understand. Place leftover Tulasi wood within the earth. People seldom visit to temples, neither there are any pujari. Her great yearning is to expertly arrange Their meeting, and by doing this she feels the greatest joy. 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. Madhava Babas knowledge of the scriptures, especially those relating to the glories of Tulasi Devi, was vast. Vrinda Devi is in charge of the Vrindavana lilathe pastimes of Radha and Krishna. This is the way to increase attachment for the Lord and be completely free from all material desires. Thank you so much for all your information provided here. BOTH ARE THE SUPREME PERSONALITY OF GODHEAD. Letter: Anuttama Rather it is Kapoor Tulasi, which is actually ocimum kilimandscharicum, or African basil. After the conclusion of the battle, Vishnu is still traumatised by the death of the beautiful Vrinda, and refuses to move from her pyre. The small crew of us who cared for Baba all feel deeply committed to carrying on his work at Vrinda Kunda. SB 3.16.21 Letter: Govinda No. When Bhaktivinoda Thakura discovered the birthplace of Lord Caitanya, it was so overgrown with Tulasi that no one had settled there, thinking it to be a sacred place. Our experience has been that if we ignore them such demoniac class of men, they will go away. Tulasi Devi can be used in many ways to please the Supreme Lord, but never for gratifying ones senses. We can follow his example, however, by chanting sixteen rounds of the Hare Krsna maha-mantra on beads every day and offering respect to the tulasi plant. The stream of water also conveys wishes for a good monsoon. I CANNOT UNDERSTAND HOW GOVINDA DASI COULD ABANDON TULASI DEVI. According to ones taste and strength, hearing, chanting and remembrance may be followed by pada-sevanam. Remove dead branches if absolutely necessary. So far as touching the Deity is concerned, that can be done only by the priest. srutim cakaracyuta-sat-kathodaye I am in receipt of your letter, undated. In 1968, before Tulasi made her appearance in the West, Srila Prabhupada sometimes talked about her. Madhya 22.125 Without Tulasi leaves, Lord Krishna does not like to accept flowers, food, or sandalwood paste. All glories to Srila Prabhupada! krishna-preyasi You dont have to take my word for all of this; you could consult learned Tulasi pujaris or even university professors. Vaisnavas are never called for by such constables of Yamaraja. If it is not possible for Tulasi to survive the winters when planted in the ground, then a suitable house should be provided for her. SO THE SAME THINGDEITY WORSHIP AND WATERING THE TULASI PLANTS, CHANTING SIXTEEN ROUNDS AT LEAST, AND OBSERVING THE RULES AND REGULATION, REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE THEN YOUR LIFE IS SUCCESSFUL. 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SRIMAT-TULASYA RASANAM TAD-ARPITE Yes, you may return to Hawaii with Sudama Maharaja and take charge of caring for Tulasi devi there. I sat quietly and chanted and meditated beside Tulasi Devi. She is highly worshipped in Hindu households, by both young and old. Sometimes there may be disagreement and quarrel but we should not go away. The Nayars of Malabar offer tulasi plants to pacify evil spirits.[26]. If we really surrender to these points and follow them strictly we will make rapid advancement in spiritual life and naturally we will remember Krishna at the time of death and go back home, back to Godhead. One who with devotion applies the paste of Tulasi wood to the Deity of Krishna will always live close to Krishna. Om Sri Krsnaya namaha. They accompany Vishnu to Vaikuntha, and greatly please and delight him. It is actually a criminal act on their part. You can make beads from them. One who worships Lord Krishna with Tulasi leaves releases all his ancestors from the realm of birth and death. madhv-adibhir bhanti vibhushyamana We have all done so many bad things in the past but we have no power to change the past. You are on a farm in a village, so if they get disturbed by your chanting in the house go out into the fields and chant Hare Krishna, sit underneath a tree and chant Hare Krishna. Vrinda Devi: She has thousands and thousands of sakhis (associate maidservants). Is there anyother related information that one should know about Holy Plant. Anyone who comes in touch with the tulasi tree in the abovementioned ways lives eternally in the Vaikuntha world. padau hareh ksetra-padanusarpane Throughout the entire day and night, he would chant the sixteen names of the Hare Krsna maha-mantra. Devi Tulsi arrives and tells Radha that her sacrificial act is meaningless. You can trust pictures from the Facebook Tulasi group to be bonafide. These inebrieties can be adjusted by the cooperative spirit, tolerance and maturity so I request you to kindly remain in the association of our devotees and work together. Letter: Gaura Hari I DO NOT KNOW WHO HAS TAUGHT YOU THAT PART OF A TULASI PLANT MAY BE CUT OFF AND THEN REPLANTED? One of Krishnas most intimate servants comes in a special form to bless us with extraordinary fortune. KRSNA IS VERY EAGER TO SEE HIS DEVOTEE SERVE TULASI, Vaisnavas, Mathura and Bhagavatam. I spent much time at the research library of the University of Hawaiis East-West Center. Tulsi mantras are potent chants for good health, riches, peace, and success. When picking Tulasi leaves, chant the following mantra: Never cut or prune Tulasi Devi. I am so impressed with the way you are helping other devotees with all this information. Of lamps to steal it burn a lamp for Vishnu, it is like in. Big program like they do in the past Mathura and Bhagavatam Sudama Maharaja take... 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