After the spiritually charged Kartik month mornings, one of the most awaited rituals arrives — Tulsi Vivah, the sacred marriage of Tulsi Mata (Holy Basil) and Lord Vishnu (in the form of Shaligram or Krishna).
Celebrated on Kartik Shukla Ekadashi, Tulsi Vivah marks the symbolic beginning of the Hindu wedding season and represents the union of devotion (bhakti) and divinity (paramatma).
This guide will help you understand the significance of Tulsi Vivah, the items you’ll need, and how to perform it step-by-step at home — easily and beautifully with offerings from your Prasadam Collection.
🌿 The Meaning Behind Tulsi Vivah
Tulsi is considered an earthly manifestation of Goddess Lakshmi, and her marriage to Lord Vishnu signifies the balance of material and spiritual energies.
According to the Padma Purana:
“Whoever performs Tulsi Vivah with devotion attains the blessings of prosperity, harmony, and moksha.”
Spiritually, this day is not just about rituals — it’s about offering your heart in gratitude and starting a new chapter of positivity and grace in your home.
🪔 Auspicious Date and Timings
In 2025, Tulsi Vivah falls on November 3 (Kartik Shukla Ekadashi).
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Ideal Muhurat: From morning till sunset
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Direction: East-facing Tulsi plant or altar
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Main Offering: Tulsi Mala, diya, fruits, sweets, and prayers
🌸 Tulsi Vivah Essentials (All Under ₹1,100)
You can set up your entire Tulsi Vivah altar affordably with sacred, eco-friendly items from the Prasadam Collection:
| Item | Description | Price Range |
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| Eco Clay Diya Set | Mitti diyas for Deepdan and Aarti | ₹249–₹299 |
| Pure Ghee Diya Oil (100 ml) | For lighting auspicious lamps | ₹99–₹149 |
| Tulsi Pooja Kit | Includes kumkum, roli, chandan, flowers, wick & incense | ₹499–₹699 |
| Brass Vishnu Charan Paduka | Symbol of Lord Vishnu’s presence | ₹899 |
| Mini Brass Bell (Ghanti) | To invoke divinity during aarti | ₹249 |
| Incense & Dhoop Combo | Loban and sandalwood fragrance for purity | ₹199 |
| Small Tulsi Mala | For offering or wearing post-ritual | ₹249 |
| Prasadam Box | Traditional sweets for offering and sharing | ₹499–₹999 |
💡 You can complete your entire Tulsi Vivah setup under ₹1,100 by choosing the essentials kit and diya set combination.
🪷 Step-by-Step Tulsi Vivah Ritual at Home
Step 1: Prepare the Altar
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Place your Tulsi plant on a raised platform or wooden chowki.
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Next to it, place a photo or idol of Lord Vishnu or Shaligram.
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Decorate with a small toran, rangoli, and light diyas from your clay set.
Chant: “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” while setting the altar.
Step 2: Cleanse and Decorate Tulsi Mata
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Wash the plant base with water and wipe the pot clean.
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Adorn Tulsi with a cloth dupatta, bindi, and mangalsutra (optional).
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Offer haldi, kumkum, and flowers from your Prasadam Kit.
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Apply sandalwood paste on the leaves lightly as an offering.
Step 3: Invoke the Divine
Light your diya using Pure Ghee Diya Oil and incense.
Ring the Brass Ghanti thrice to purify vibrations.
Say this invocation:
“Om Tulsi Vrindavani Namo Namah, Haripriye Namo Namah.”
Step 4: Perform the Marriage Ritual
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Tie a small cotton thread (mouli) between the Tulsi plant and Lord Vishnu’s photo.
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Sprinkle ganga jal around both.
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Offer rice, flowers, and sweets while reciting:
“Shree Vishnu-Tulsi Kalyanamastu.”
If you have Prasadam sweets (like laddoos or dry fruits), offer them as the wedding feast.
Step 5: Aarti and Prayers
Sing “Om Jai Vishnu Deva” or a Tulsi bhajan while waving the diya.
Offer five diyas around Tulsi and one deepdan diya outside your home entrance.
Spiritual Meaning:
Lighting diyas during Tulsi Vivah dispels negative energy and invites prosperity for the year ahead.
Step 6: Share the Blessings
After the ritual, distribute Prasadam sweets among family and neighbors.
If possible, plant a new Tulsi sapling — it’s considered equivalent to performing 100 yajnas.
🌼 Why Every Home Should Celebrate Tulsi Vivah
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Strengthens family harmony: Symbolizes love, patience, and commitment.
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Balances energies: Tulsi purifies air and aura, while Vishnu protects and nurtures.
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Invokes prosperity: The beginning of Shaadi season and auspicious time for new beginnings.
💫 Even if you live in an apartment, you can celebrate with a Tulsi pot, diya, and Prasadam set — your devotion is what makes it divine.
🪔 Tulsi Vivah in Modern Homes
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Use eco-friendly clay diyas instead of candles.
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Perform a short 15-minute ritual before leaving for work.
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Attend virtual pujas or live-stream ceremonies through My3ionetra.
👉 You can even Book a Puja or Chadhawa Online and have pandits perform Tulsi Vivah in your name at sacred temples.
🕉️ FAQs
Q1. Can I perform Tulsi Vivah without a pandit?
Yes — it’s simple and heartfelt. You only need devotion, a diya, and basic puja items.
Q2. What if my Tulsi plant is small or new?
You can still perform the ritual; intention matters more than size.
Q3. Can single people perform Tulsi Vivah?
Absolutely — it’s said to bring harmony and suitable life partners.
Q4. What should I do with the offerings afterward?
Distribute sweets as prasadam and pour water from the ritual at the Tulsi base.
✨ Conclusion
Tulsi Vivah is not merely a ritual — it’s a celebration of divine connection and sacred union. Performing it at home fills your space with peace, devotion, and prosperity.
Whether you’re lighting a diya or offering a flower, your sincere participation invites blessings equal to a yajna.
🌿 Start your Tulsi Vivah preparations today:
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Or Book a Puja Online to receive divine blessings this Kartik month.
Let your home glow with devotion — as Tulsi Mata and Lord Vishnu bless your family with health, happiness, and eternal prosperity. 🌸
