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Tulasi Shalagrama Vivaha

ISKCON

Also known as: Tulsi Vivaha

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2026 ISKCON Date

Tulasi Shalagrama Vivaha

About Tulasi Shalagrama Vivaha

Tulasi Shalagrama Vivaha commemorates the divine marriage of the Tulasi plant (sacred basil) and the Shalagrama stone (representing Lord Vishnu).

The Tulasi plant is considered a manifestation of the goddess Tulasi (Vrinda), an eternal consort of Lord Krishna.

In ISKCON, the Tulasi Vivaha ceremony is performed with great reverence, Vedic mantras, and rituals.

Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules

The day is observed with the ceremonial marriage of Tulasi and Shalagrama, Vedic mantras, and distribution of prasad.

Step-by-Step Fasting Procedures:
  • Participate in the Tulasi Vivaha ceremony at the temple.
  • Offer prayers and oblations to the divine couple.
  • Chant the Tulasi Stotram and offer water to the Tulasi plant.
  • Honour the blessed prasad distributed after the ceremony.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the significance of Tulasi Vivaha?

It symbolises the eternal union of the devotee (Tulasi) with the Supreme Lord (Shalagrama).

Q: Why is the Tulasi plant sacred?

She is considered a manifestation of the goddess Tulasi (Vrinda), an eternal consort of Lord Krishna.

Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).

Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.