Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti
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- Date in 2026
- Tuesday, August 18, 2026
- Tithi
- Shravana Shukla Saptami (Purnimanta)
- Tithi begins / ends
- 05:51 PM, Aug 18 to 07:20 PM, Aug 19
- Lunar month
- Shravana · Shukla Paksha
Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Lunar Month: Shravana
Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti at a Glance
Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti is fixed by the lunar calendar to Shravana Shukla Saptami, the 7th tithi of the waxing (Shukla) fortnight of Shravana.
- Tithi rule
- Shravana Shukla Saptami (Purnimanta)Shukla SaptamiShravana month
- Tithi swami and group
- Surya · Bhadra Tithi
Panchanga on This Day
Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti · Aug 18, 2026
About Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti
Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti commemorates the birth anniversary of the great saint-poet Tulsidas, who gave the Hindi-speaking world the immortal Ramcharitmanas and composed the widely cherished Hanuman Chalisa. He is believed to have been born on the Shukla Paksha Saptami of the Shravan month in the sixteenth century.
Tulsidas devoted his life to Lord Rama and spread the message of devotion, humility, and righteous living through poetry that was accessible to ordinary people. His works transformed the religious landscape of northern India and made the story of Rama a living presence in millions of homes.
On this day, devotees gather in Rama temples to recite the Ramcharitmanas, sing the Hanuman Chalisa, and remember the saint's unwavering faith. It is a day of inspiration rather than rigid fasting, emphasising prayer, charity, and the study of sacred literature.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Tulsidas Jayanti is observed by devotional singing, recitation of his works, and acts of charity in the spirit of the saint-poet.
- Wake early, bathe, and visit a Rama or Hanuman temple if possible; wear clean, modest clothes.
- Recite the Hanuman Chalisa, the Ramcharitmanas, or selected dohas of Tulsidas in the morning and evening.
- Organise or join a satsang where devotees sing bhajans and discuss the teachings of Tulsidas.
- Feed Brahmins, students, and the poor; donate copies of the Ramcharitmanas or other sacred texts.
- Many devotees observe a light fast or eat satvik food until the evening prayers are complete.
- Reflect on the virtues of devotion, patience, and service exemplified by Tulsidas.
Vrat Katha: Tulsidas Meets Hanuman and Rama
Tulsidas was deeply devoted to Lord Rama from childhood. After the passing of his wife, he renounced worldly attachments and wandered as a seeker.
One day, he met an old man who guided him to the darshan of Lord Rama and Lakshmana in the forest. Only later did Tulsidas realise that the old man was Hanuman himself, who had arranged the divine meeting.
This encounter intensified Tulsidas's devotion, and he began composing the Ramcharitmanas, which he wrote under divine inspiration. The text became the beloved retelling of Rama's life for ordinary people.
His Jayanti honours the power of devotion and the gift of sacred poetry that continues to inspire millions.
Goswami Tulsidas Jayanti: Frequently Asked Questions
Shravana Shukla Saptami; its swami is Surya, a Bhadra Tithi.
Shukla Saptami: 05:51 PM, Tue, Aug 18, 2026 to 07:20 PM, Wed, Aug 19, 2026 (IST).
Shravana Shukla Saptami: 11:01 PM, Sat, Aug 7, 2027 to 10:25 PM, Sun, Aug 8, 2027 (IST).
He is best known for the Ramcharitmanas and the Hanuman Chalisa, both central to Hindu devotional practice in northern India.
No, the day is primarily observed through devotional reading, singing, and charity rather than strict fasting.
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