Tulsi Vivah 2023: Tulsi Vivah, a revered Hindu festival, marks the sacred marriage between Tulsi, the divine basil plant, and Shaligram, a manifestation of Lord Vishnu. Occurring on the twelfth day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Kartik, typically in November or December, this celebration symbolizes the harmonious union of purity and devotion, promising blessings of happiness, prosperity, and good health.
Puja Vidhi and Shubh Muhurat for Tulsi Vivah 2023
In 2023, the auspicious Shukla Paksha Dwadashi Tithi begins on November 23 at 9:01 PM and concludes on November 24 at 7:06 PM. The opportune time for Tulsi Vivah Puja is from 5:25 PM to 6:07 PM on November 24, aligning with the Pradosh Kala.
Puja Rituals: A Simple Yet Sacred Affair
The Tulsi Vivah Puja can be performed with simplicity at home:
- Clean and decorate the puja space with flowers and rangolis.
- Place Tulsi on one pedestal and Shaligram on another.
- Arrange puja samagri such as a water pot, lamp, incense sticks, flowers, and prasad (sweets, fruits, and nuts).
- Conduct rituals like aarti, prayers, and Prana Pratishtha to invoke divine presence.
- The Vivah ceremony involves tying a red thread around Tulsi and Shaligram, symbolizing their sacred union.
Significance and Distribution of Prasad
Tulsi Vivah holds profound significance, believed to invoke blessings for happiness, prosperity, and well-being. Beyond the rituals, the festival serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring importance of purity and devotion in our lives. After the completion of the puja, the Prasad is distributed among the participants, fostering a sense of communal joy and unity.
