Tulsi plant is very important in Hindu religion. In the scriptures, the Tulsi plant is considered the purest, hence it is used in worship even after becoming stale. It is said that Tulsi is very dear to Lord Vishnu. It is considered mandatory to offer Tulsi in the Prasad of his worship. Without this the puja is considered incomplete. Tulsi plant is planted in most of the houses. It is believed that planting a Tulsi plant brings happiness and prosperity to the house. Like the Tulsi plant, a garland is also very auspicious. Tulsi rosary is made from the wood of the Tulsi plant. Nowadays, Tulsi rosaries are also made with machines, through which many original Tulsi rosaries can be prepared in a day. But handmade Tulsi rosaries are more impressive. Only one Tulsi garland can be prepared by hand in three days.

Why do devotees of Krishna wear Tulsi Mala?

There is a belief about Kanthi Mala that those who wear it do not have to suffer the tortures of hell. Also, those who wear Tulsi garland get a place in heaven. Apart from this, one gets freedom from the cycle of birth and death. It is said that by wearing a Tulsi garland and taking bath one gets the fruits of all pilgrimages. This is the reason why people who are devotees of Lord Krishna wear Tulsi Kanthi rosary. According to the legend, Tulsi has the boon that Lord Vishnu accepts only the things offered to Tulsi leaves. Similarly, those people who wear Tulsi rosary, Lord Vishnu takes that person under his shelter. By wearing a rosary made of Tulsi, a person attains Vaikuntha Dham.

How many types of Tulsi Mala are there?

Tulsi is generally of two types, Shyama Tulsi and Rama Tulsi. Garlands of both types of Tulsi are made. Wearing both the rosaries have different benefits. Wearing a rosary made of Shyama Tulsi seeds provides mental peace and increases positivity in the mind. Wearing Shyama Tulsi rosary increases the devotion towards God in a person’s mind. This brings not only spiritual but also family and financial benefits. Wearing the garland of Rama Tulsi awakens virtuous feelings in a person and increases his self-confidence. A person moves forward to perform his duties. Wearing the garland of Rama Tulsi keeps the mind calm.

How To identify the correct Tulsi rosary?

To identify the correct Tulsi rosary, keep the rosary in water for about half an hour. If they start leaving color then understand that it is a fake garland.

What is the scientific importance of Tulsi Mala?

Indian tradition is completely scientific. There is some scientific reason hidden behind every Hindu belief.It has been proven in various tests that Tulsi is a divine plant. Tulsi has a special kind of electrical power. Which brings decency and positivity in the mind. Wearing Tulsi around the neck increases vitality and cures many diseases.Apart from this, wearing Tulsi rosary helps a person in many diseases like infection, digestion power, fever, cold, headache, skin infection, brain diseases and gas related diseases. Wearing Tulsi rosary increases the flow of electrical energy in the body. Due to which there is no obstruction in blood circulation. Making a rosary made of basil wood and wearing it with white cotton thread provides relief in jaundice. Wearing Tulsi Mala improves mental health and purifies the body and soul.

What is prohibited for those wearing Tulsi Kanthi Mala?

People wearing Tulsi Kanthi Mala have to take special care of some things. It is believed that the person who wears this rosary should not eat non-vegetarian food. Not only this, people wearing Tulsi rosary should also not eat garlic and onion. This is why garlic, onion and non-vegetarian dishes are considered tamasic. One should not consume tea or coffee because it contains an intoxicating substance called caffeine. The wearer of Tulsi Mala should avoid false, theft, ego and anger. Tulsi Mala should not be removed from the neck under any circumstances. The necklace should not be removed even on the occasion of birth or death in the family. Tulsi Mala should be worn on auspicious day, Monday. It should be worn after purifying it with Ganga water on Wednesday and Thursday. Women are advised to stay away from chanting during menstruation and avoid touching sacred objects including Tulsi rosary. This belief arises from the belief that menstruation is a period of impurity, and contact with sacred objects should be avoided to maintain their purity. This hinders devotion to God. Mantras of Bhagwati and Lord Shiva are not chanted with Tulsi rosary. Chanting the mantras of Lord Vishnu on Tulsi garland is auspicious.

After chanting the Tulsi rosary, it should be wrapped in a cloth (Gomukhi) and kept. Gaumukhi is a kind of bag in which one keeps the hand and rotates the rosary while chanting. Its shape is like the mouth of a cow. While chanting, there is a rule to keep the rosary out of everyone’s sight; This is why Gomukhi behaves like this. One should always use the same Tulsi rosary with which one chants. One should not chant with someone else’s rosary. Tulsi rosary should have at least 27 and maximum 108 beads.

Just as the ultimate adornment of a fortunate woman is kumkum, mangalsutra etc. Similarly, Tilak on the forehead and Tulsi kanthi garland around the neck are symbols of good fortune, dedication and closeness of Vishnu devotees.