Meaning & Origin
Tulasi is a holy basil plant that symbolizes devotion, purity, and is a sacred offering to Lord Vishnu. It is believed to bring good luck, ward off negative energies and is an essential part of Hindu rituals.
Spiritual meaning
A symbol of devotion to Lord Vishnu and represents purity and protection from negative energies.
Language details
तुलसी
The one who makes auspicious
तुलसी
शुभकारी
துலசி
அவோ அருவியல் வாழ்க்கிறார்
తులಸీ
శుభకారి
Tulasi
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे The Holy Basil Plant
Tulasi
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ The Holy Basil Plant
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
too-LAH-see
/tuˈləsi/
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Crystal
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Tulasi is a revered plant in Hinduism, symbolizing love, respect, and devotion, especially towards the God Vishnu and his avatars Rama and Krishna. Tulasi Leaves are often used as prasad, or spiritual offerings, and called 'Tulasi Patra' or Tulasi leaves. They are prepared as tea, and the juice is regularly offered to various Hindu deities. The use of Tulasi is so integral to Hindu culture that it's mentioned extensively in the Hindu epic Mahabharata.
In Hinduism, Tulasi symbolizes the divine consort Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, prosperity, and fortune. The plant is also believed to represent the eternal consort of Lord Vishnu. It is said that offerings of Tulasi to Lord Vishnu will bring blessings of good fortune, wealth, and spiritual growth. The Tulasi plant is symbolic of mind purity and is a reminder of the importance of remaining steadfast in devotion and loyalty to the divine and one's dharma.
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