The Tulsi tree is considered the most sacred tree in Hinduism and is also considered the favorite tree of Lord Vishnu. The greatness and religious significance of the Tulsi tree are described in detail in the two Hindu Puranas, the Brahma Purana and the Skanda Purana. Apart from these two Puranas, it is also described in the Garuda Purana and many other religious texts.
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Tulsi plants and leaves are often used for worship and in many cases are also used as medicine. Tulsi trees are commonly seen in many places, but it is believed that planting it in the yard of a house brings great auspiciousness. Tulsi is of two types, Shyam and Ram Tulsi. The size of this tree is small.
According to the Puranas and scriptures, water is offered at the base of the tree in the morning and lamps are lit in the evening. In most homes, prayers are recited using Tulsi flowers. Tulsi Chaura is commonly known as a traditional four-sided platform or earthen, cement structure, which is used to keep and worship the sacred Tulsi tree, which is considered a form of Goddess Lakshmi.
This Tulsi Chaura structure is built in front of the house or in the yard and worshipping it brings prosperity, positivity, and health benefits to the house. Tulsi tree is generally known for its religious, medicinal and scientific properties. Let us know some of the special features of Tulsi tree.
Religious Eminence: Regular worship of Mother Tulsi brings happiness and prosperity. It is known from the composition of the Puranas and it is said that the worship of Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna remains incomplete without Tulsi, hence it is known that the Tulsi plant plays a major role in the worship text. It is also said that planting a Tulsi tree in the yard of the house destroys all the sins of previous births. Offering Tulsi leaves along with Ganga water at the time of death brings peace to the soul of the deceased and also helps him attain heaven. It is said that Tulsi leaves are offered to Lord Hanuman. Lord Hanuman loves Tulsi leaves very much.
Forms of Goddess Lakshmi: Tulsi plants and the square are considered a form of Goddess Lakshmi, and worshipping Tulsi at the Tulsi square brings wealth, prosperity, and happiness. Relationship with Lord Vishnu: Tulsi is also associated with Lord Vishnu and is considered to be the earthly form of Goddess Tulsi, a unique devotee of Lord Krishna. Positive energy: Keeping basil leaves and basil plants in the house brings positive energy and keeps negative energy away.
Vastu Shastra and its importance for the home: Prosperity at home: According to religious beliefs, a house where Tulsi Chaura is kept never lacks money and receives the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi. Improving the condition of the house: Tulsi Chauraha is placed in the north or northeast direction of the house, which improves the Vastu of the house.
Holy and sacred environment: Tulsi Chauraha is placed in the yard or in front of the house, which keeps the atmosphere of the house pure and holy. Scientific merit: Regular consumption of Tulsi leaves regulates the flow of energy in the body and also increases the lifespan of the person. Tulsi leaves help in eliminating bad breath. There is positive energy around the Tulsi tree. Basil has antibiotic, antifungal, and antibacterial properties that help the body fight infections. Basil is also beneficial for cancer patients.
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