Tulsi Vivah
Tulsi Vivah, also known as Tulsi Kalyanam, is an annual Hindu festival that celebrates the marriage of the sacred Tulsi plant (Ocimum tenuiflorum) to the Hindu god Vishnu, who is often depicted in his incarnation as Krishna. The festival falls on the eleventh day of the bright fortnight of the Hindu month of Kartika, which typically occurs in October or November.
Significance
Tulsi is a highly revered plant in Hinduism and is considered to be the incarnation of goddess Lakshmi, the consort of Vishnu. The marriage of Tulsi and Vishnu symbolizes the union of purity and devotion. Devotees believe that performing the Tulsi Vivah ceremony brings blessings, prosperity, and happiness.
Rituals
The Tulsi Vivah ceremony involves several rituals:
- Preparing the Tulsi Plant: The Tulsi plant is carefully prepared by bathing it in water and adorning it with colorful clothes and jewelry.
- Creating the Mandap: A temporary wedding pavilion (mandap) is constructed around the Tulsi plant, decorated with flowers and lights.
- Invoking the Gods: The priest invokes the presence of Vishnu and Lakshmi and seeks their blessings for the marriage.
- Exchanging Garlands: The Tulsi plant is symbolically married to a representation of Vishnu, often a small idol or a pipal leaf. The priest exchanges flower garlands between the two.
- Offering Prasad: Devotees offer sweets, fruits, and other delicacies as Prasad to the newlyweds.
Benefits
Performing the Tulsi Vivah ceremony is believed to bring numerous benefits, including:
- Blessings from Vishnu and Lakshmi
- Protection from evil spirits and negative energies
- Purification of the home and surroundings
- Improved health and well-being
- Fulfillment of wishes
Popularity
Tulsi Vivah is widely celebrated throughout India and Nepal, particularly in the northern and central regions. The festival is marked by colorful processions, devotional songs, and special prayers. In recent years, the festival has gained popularity on Google Trends IN due to its religious significance and its association with traditional Hindu culture.
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