VERY SERIOUSLY CONTINUE. Maharaja Ambarisa always engaged his mind in meditating upon the lotus feet of Krsna, his words in describing the glories of the Lord, his hands in cleansing the Lords temple, and his ears in hearing the words spoken by Krsna or about Krsna. Some people are very happy seeing Tulasi growing luxuriantly. Remember ONLY ocimum sanctum is Tulasi Maharani, and any plant that would be rejected as the Maharani in our FB group IS NOT OCIMUM SANCTUM. In this period, when a hot summer reigns, one who offers cool water to tulasi, or an umbrella to shelter it from the intense heat is believed to be cleansed of all sin. Please consider refraining from using CAPITALIZED text to stress important points. Therefore, most important is to serve her with love and devotion. SB 5.3.6 All the scriptures give emphasis on the need of getting mercy from Maa Tulsi if one wants to make progress in devotion. So dont worry. why we cannot pluck leaves at night or sunday, Hare Krishna Please help me with that. In the Nectar of Devotion I have given two verses from the Skanda Purana, one of which is: Tulasi is auspicious in all respects. Vaisnavas are never called for by such constables of Yamaraja. Sometimes there may be disagreement and quarrel but we should not go away. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. Many sacred texts regard her as divine, and spiritual leaders revere . Namaste. In fact, he has no other duties to perform, and he has realized the essence of the scriptures. Once upon a time, King Vrishadhvajaa devotee of the god Shivabanned worship of all other deities except for that of his patron god. Devi Tulsi arrives and tells Radha that her sacrificial act is meaningless. All Visnu-tattva Deities require profusely Tulasi leaves. Every center should be encouraged to grow Tulsi. [29], The word Tulasi is used in many place names and family names. 17) No. Krishna!. Sri Advaita Prabhu would also place a flower garland around the Lords neck and TULASI FLOWERS [MANJARIS] ON HIS HEAD. Similarly, there is another injunction, stating that one who reads the thousand names of Visnu can be released from all offenses. After all Krishna is a person, Srimati Tulsi Devi is a person, a pure devotee of Krishna. Regarding the booklet, A Guide to the Care of Srimate Tulasi devi, yes, the book is very nice. lilabhidhana kila krishna- shaktih The living entities who attain the service of the lotus feet of your Lord reside in Vrindavana. They are never going to listen anything on spiritual knowledge. So these are the important points to concentrate on following. vrinde namas te caranaravindam. The offering of its leaves is recommended in ritualistic worship of Vishnu and his avatars, like Krishna and Vithoba. This is also pada-sevanam. As the Lord says in the Bhagavad-gita (9.26), a leaf, a flower, a fruit or some water (patram puspam phalam toyam), when offered with devotion, very much pleases Him. That is all that matters. IF YOU CAN ACTUALLY GROW THIS TULASI PLANT, AND I AM SURE YOU WILL DO IT, THEN YOU MUST KNOW IT FOR CERTAIN THAT YOUR DEVOTION FOR KRSNA IS TESTIFIED. Dandavat Pranam When I presented them to Srila Prabhupada, he held them and looked at them with scrutiny, then simply said, No, not Tulasi. But he chanted on them anyway. In the Skanda Purana there is another statement about tulasi, as follows: Tulasi is auspicious in all respects. Please reply soon Prabhu, or the plants may be disposed off by someone. In 1968, before Tulasi made her appearance in the West, Srila Prabhupada sometimes talked about her. 72-01-06. atyutkayoh keli-vilasa- siddhih I dont know what calamity will befall the person after this grievous offence! Lakshmiji sometimes has to go to satisfy her numerous devotees, but tulasi leaves never forsake their position, and the Lord therefore appreciates the service of tulasi more than the service of Lakshmi. Just take the tulsi plants and plant them in your house and look after them by chanting Hare Krishna and watering and circumnabulating make your best effort in this way. Im praying to Srila Prabhupada to please show me the way to engage in Krishna Consciousness. He had spent years in Vrindavana working to restore and develop Vrinda Kunda, the eternal home of Vrinda Devi, the cowherd-girl form of Tulasi Devi. I THINK THIS PLANT CANNOT GROW IN COLD COUNTRIES, BUT IF THE PLANTS ARE DISPATCHED FROM YOUR PLACE AND IF THE DEVOTEES TAKE CARE OF THE PLANT WITH A LITTLE CARE IN A FLOWER POT, THEN IT MAY GROW. Educate them. By grace of Tulasi Devi now Im able to follow the basic rules and regulations of Krishna Consciousness. I am so glad to hear how nicely Tulsi is growing. I am very glad to hear that you are engaged in the service of tulsi devi. Please accept my blessings. vrinde namas te caranaravindam. She decides which flowers will bloom, which birds will sing, which songs will be sung, which breezes will blow, which food will be served, which games will be played, which musical instruments will be played. We pressed Baba to tell us his life story so we could tape it for future publication. Now, in order to worship Lord Keshava, I am collecting your leaves and manjaris.Please bestow your benediction on me.. That is general. It is because if the pujaris put on a grand show the visitors to the temple will give good donations and the pujaris will spend the money and live luxuriously. Simply by worshipping her faithfully, a devotee can get himself free of from all material miseries. Daily Practice { Tulasi Worship and Care } . TULASI ARATI PRAYERS Srila Prabhupada the founder of ISKCON, reccommended the devotees the following prayers for worshiping Tulasi Devi: I am very glad to know that you are seriously taking to Srimati Tulasi Devi worship. I do not have tulasi devi yet at my home but now shes grown herself, but above the toilet. Put at least one leaf on each preparation. O goddess, you bestow devotional service to Lord Krishna and possess the highest truth., (Sing during the arati. Never pick Tulasi leaves for any other purpose than to offer to the Lord. So you can just educate them about their culture and the benefits they can get also by offering respect to Srimati Tulis Devi. It is approved. But if that man is caught trespassing on our property, then he may be severely punished by us. If we really surrender to these points and follow them strictly we will make rapid advancement in spiritual life and naturally we will remember Krishna at the time of death and go back home, back to Godhead. devi if one has to make progress in the path of devotion. That is the way in the material world. The atmosphere was surcharged with a unique spiritual essence. U/A 13+. Although Krsna wants everyone to surrender to His lotus feet, because of peoples sinful activities they cannot do this. FROM 15TH APRIL TO 15TH JUNE IS THE BEST SEASON FOR GROWING THIS PLANT. Vrindavani, vrinda, visvapujita, pushpasara, nandini, Krishna-jivani, visva-pavani, tulasi VRINDAVANI - One who first manifested in Vrindavan. We learned that the Lord would have a Tulasitree carried before him in His sankirtana party. There are already some Tulasi Plants in my house. So I have kept them in a box. The Nayars of Malabar offer tulasi plants to pacify evil spirits.[26]. I once plucked a tulsi leaf on sunday to offer it to shri krishna deity. So if some of his disciples would offer him foodstuffs that were not first offered to Krishna with big bunches of tulsi leaves He would be upset. NOW I UNDERSTAND THAT THE SEEDLINGS ARE COMING OUT, SO THE WHOLE SPOT IF POSSIBLE MAY BE COVERED BY SOME NET BECAUSE THE SEEDLING STAGE CREEPERS BEING VERY DELICATE ARE SOMETIMES EATEN UP BY THE SPARROWS, SO WE HAVE TO GIVE A LITTLE PROTECTION FROM ATTACK OF THE SPARROWS. tani tani pranasyanti pradaksinah pade pade. But today morning my parents uprooted the new plants and threw them. Terrified of what it implied, she ran from forest to forest, forgetting herself. Tulasi Devi is very, very dear to the Lord. But you should not reduce your devotional service at all. The Lord has six opulencesunlimited wealth, unlimited fame, unlimited strength, unlimited beauty, unlimited knowledge and unlimited renunciation. NoD 9 Further Considerations of Devotional Principles [17][7] Garlands made of 10000 Tulasi leaves, water mixed with Tulasi, food items sprinkled with Tulasi are offered in veneration to Vishnu or Krishna. Tulasi-devi is a pure devotee of Krishna and she should be treated with the same respect given to all Krishna's pure devotees. However, she is shocked to learn about the ultimate sacrifice Radha is ready to make. I am giving you herewith three mantras for Tulasi Devi as follows: vrindaai tulasi devyai priyaai kesavasya ca What to do when family members or other people around us put Tulasi Devi in bad condition? You are certainly very satisfied when Your devotees offer You prayers with faltering voices and in ecstasy bring You tulasi leaves, water, twigs bearing new leaves, and newly grown grass. We have to make our own arrangements to worship the Lord. As the tank is filed with water, the water comes out and goes in the soil ,so 3 little peple plants and one tulasi is grown on its own. You have done the right thing. So just make the best arrangement you can to save the tulsi plants. This created much verbal fighting. There was a demon son of Lord Shiva whose name was Jalandhar. Wherever the smell of Tulasi Devi is taken by the wind it purifies everyone who comes in contact with it. Srimati Tulsi-devi is very dear to Lord Krishna and also grants devotion to Krishna. He is giving mercy. In the same Skanda-Purana, Reva-khanda, IT IS SAID THAT ONE WHO RECITES PRAYERS TO TULASI OR SOWS A TULASI SEED IS ALSO FREED FROM ALL OFFENSES. Whoever takes shelter of you has his wishes fulfilled. (6) rasabhilasho vasatish ca vrinda- It is the ceremonial wedding of the tulasi plant to Vishnu, in the form of his image, Shaligrama, or a Krishna or Rama image. LORD KRSNAS LOTUS FEET ARE ALWAYS BESMEARED WITH THE TULASI LEAVES, and thus as soon as His lotus feet contact the water of the Ganges and the Yamuna, the rivers become at once sanctified. The Tulasi branches were beginning to cover the entrance, and people unavoidably brushed up against her. It is not possible to properly perform the deity worship strictly adhering to all the many, many rules and regulations in the Vedas, but if we try very sincerely and make our best effort then whatever imperfections may be there will be purified. I realized that my initial attraction to Tulasiand my obsessive desire to grow Tulasiplants, though not inspired by a direct instruction from Srila Prabhupada, were communicated from within the heart by the Lord to please and assist Srila Prabhupada in his mission. It signifies the traits of devotion and love in women, and is the only herb worshiped as a devi, or goddess. Please accept my blessings. And when COLLECTING LEAVES from the plant, the following mantra should be chanted: tulasya mrta janmasi sada tvam kesavapriya She wears blue garments and is decorated with pearls and flowers. Please accept my blessings and the blessings of Lord Caitanya also. What are the prescribed rules for plucking the tulsi leaves for offering to Lord Krishna? 8) Yes. We can not change the past, but we can change the future. IT WILL NEVER GO IN VAIN. In Orissa, the tulasi plant represents all local deities and rituals to propitiate them are offered in front of the plant. AND THE MANJARIS CAN BE PLANTED FOR GROWING NEW TULASI PLANTS. Dinabandhu Dasa arrived and began playing the harmonium and singing. I am new to this path and need Mercy of Lord Krishna to bless us and help us from Distracting. ), namo namah tulasi! vrindayai tulasi-devyai If it is not possible for Tulasi to survive the winters when planted in the ground, then a suitable house should be provided for her. mrigadibhir madhava-keli- kunjah In Kali-yuga we are so fallen we are doing so many things that should not be done. A house with a tulasi plant is sometimes considered a place of pilgrimage. As you require something for His service, he provides it. Rather it is Kapoor Tulasi, which is actually ocimum kilimandscharicum, or African basil. What may be fearful and horrible for others was for Baba a joyous reunion with his beloved Lord. vrinde namas te caranaravindam. Adi 3 SB 3.16.21 Quoting from the Gautamiya-tantra, the Hari-bhakti-vilasa states: tulasi-dala-matrena You are Lord Krishnas potency for performing pastimes, and you are known as Tulasi Devi in the human society. But shes not an ordinary tree. NEVERTHELESS, IF THEY BEGIN CHANTING THE HARE KRSNA MANTRA AND RENDERING SERVICE UNTO THE TULASI PLANT, THEY WILL VERY SOON BE ABLE TO SURRENDER. We have all done so many bad things in the past but we have no power to change the past. yathottamasloka-janasraya ratih. 70-12-29. He should just start following the basic rules and regulations and keep worshiping the deities. And it is so easy! Babas passing away was glorious. So there is no problem from your side. The house where Tulasi Devi had grown had been lying vacant for many years and now the rent house is occupied and the house members have uprooted all of them. (4) tvad-ajnaya pallava-pushpa-bhringa- Often he would cry when he saw her. The stream of water also conveys wishes for a good monsoon. bhaktebhyo bhakta-vatsalah. [18], It is also not allowed for the worship of Hanuman as he is celibate and Tulasi is regarded as a goddess.[4]. Hare Krsna Prabhu, There are people who are overly attached to the Vedic rules and regulations so much so that their service to Krishna and the preaching is hampered. Vishvapavani: She is the sanctifier of the whole world. Hare Krsna Prabhu, Simply by watering Tulasi Devi, simply by offering her obeisances, even simply by seeing her, simply by reading Srila Prabhupadas books or hearing him through his lectures, etc. It is a great offense to cook or heat Tulasi, or to use her for mundane purposes, such as medicines and ointments. One of Krishnas most intimate servants comes in a special form to bless us with extraordinary fortune. She is regarded as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Srimati Tulsi Devi, and is as an avatar of Lakshmi, and thus the consort of Vishnu. I am very glad to learn that you have begun worship of Tulasi in your Toronto Temple. Lord Visnu likes garland of Tulasi leaves. In 1969, Srila Prabhupada sent me to Honolulu to open a temple. It was early, just after mangala-arati, on March 27, 1990. Only on very special occasions are others allowed to touch the Deity. She is a great devotee standing before us in the form of a small tree. We can follow his example, however, by chanting sixteen rounds of the Hare Krsna maha-mantra on beads every day and offering respect to the tulasi plant. I have just started it. My second question is- When I take the the responsibility of serving Tulasi Devi, if someone commits any offence to Tulasi Devi and I am not able to prevent it will I also suffer the bad consequences and will it affect my devotional service? nasagra-mukta-dyuti-dipitasye So we have to sincerely surrender to and actually follow the basic points: chant at least 16 rounds of the Hare Krishna mantra every day, strictly follow the four regulative principles: no illicit sex, no meat eating, no gambling and no intoxication and read Srila Prabhupadas books at least 1-2 hours a day, and we will be safe. I dont know whats the right thing to do for me. Tulasi malas are considered to be auspicious for the wearer, and believed to connect him with Vishnu or Krishna and confer the protection of the deity. BOTH ARE THE SUPREME PERSONALITY OF GODHEAD. NoD 35 Neutral Love of God But if we simply chant this Hare Krishna maha-mantra and strictly follow the four regulative principles: no illicit sex, no meat-eating, no gambling and no intoxication and we read Srila Prabhupadas books at least 1-2 hours a day then everything will be adjusted. 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He was granted the Viukavaca (the armour of Vishnu), and was blessed with another boon: As long as the Viukavaca was on his body, no one could slay him. srutim cakaracyuta-sat-kathodaye Regarding your questions, generally tulsi beads ARE REQUIRED FOR INITIATION, BUT IF IT IS NOT AVAILABLE, ORDINARY BEADS CAN BE USED. Simply go on in the normal way, and gradually his threat will disappear. and in what periode is the best to cut? Now tulasi plants are growing in almost every center of our movement. Share. They did not ask my permission. Thus by eating frugally and fasting she conquered her senses, AND AS SOON AS HER SENSES WERE CONTROLLED, SYMPTOMS OF LOVE OF GODHEAD APPEARED IN HER PERSON. The name Tulasi is also believed to literally translate as "immeasurable". vrinde namas te caranaravindam. Star Bharat. Tulsi, the plant (Botanical Name: Ocimum Sanctum) in her former birth was Vrinda, the daughter of a giant named Nemi, and the faithful wife of demon Jalandhar. [15], "Vrinda" redirects here. It makes for a wonderful read and is worth saving for future reading also (I\ve bookmarked the page). Tulasi Devi has come to the West to give us the opportunity to serve her for our benefit. "TADIYA MEANS THE TULASI LEAVES, the devotees of Krsna, the birthplace of Krsna, Mathura, and the Vedic literature Srimad-Bhagavatam. Ys Even the poorest of devotees in any part of the world can secure a small flower, fruit or leaf and a little water, and IF THESE OFFERINGS, AND ESPECIALLY TULASI LEAVES AND GANGES WATER, ARE OFFERED TO KRSNA WITH DEVOTION, HE IS VERY SATISFIED. We are very much obliged, therefore, to our disciple Srimati Govinda Dasi because she has taken much care to grow tulasi plants from seeds, and she has been successful by the grace of Krishna. The second batch of seeds proved fruitful, however, and tiny heart-shaped seedlings spread their delicate leaves in our Honolulu home. Pick only the leaves that grow next to the manjaris (flowers) and the leaves that are ready to dropthey will turn a pale colornot the new, green ones. At such temples you arelikely to find one or more in the courtyard wherein pilgrims circumambulate Vaisnava must have sikha. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. sa vai manah krsna-padaravindayor During Tulsi Puja, the prayers are chanted. Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare. FROM THE TULASI PLANT YOU CAN CUT OFF ONLY LEAVES FOR OFFERING THEM TO KRISHNA, NEVER FOR CUTTING AND PLANTING. You must never cut her. Gayatri, hare krishna However, after hearing details of Parvati's beauty from Narada, he demands Shiva hand her over to him. Actually, a prayer to Krishna is not complete without offering worship to Tulasi Devi. SUNLIGHT ALSO SHOULD BE ALLOWED. (2) bimbadharoditvara-manda-hasya- Will Krsna forgive me? U/A 13+. Srimati Radharani, the daughter of King Vrishabhanu, has made you the ruling monarch of Lord Krishnas opulent and auspicious abode of Vrindavana, which is the crest jewel of all the Vaikuntha planets. SPL Govinda Dasi, 7 April, 1970 Honolulu Srila Prabhupada would NOT worship the Kapoor basil. NOW EVERYWHERE WE SEE TULASI PLANT. His face shone with a remarkable radiance. Although these four saintly persons were always absorbed in the thought of impersonal Brahman, FROM ASSOCIATION WITH THE LORD AND FROM SMELLING THE TULASI LEAVES THE HAIRS ON THEIR BODIES IMMEDIATELY STOOD UP. Without Tulasi leaves, Lord Krishna does not like to accept flowers, food, or sandalwood paste. Tulasi Devi: She has an incomparable form. Lord Krishna and all the demigods live in a house where mud from the base of the Tulasi tree is found. krishnasya vrindavana-dhanya- dhamni Tulasis wood is carved into the japa beads on which devotees chant Krishnas name. It gives the impression that you do not believe that the reader has the intelligence to get the message without your forcing into their attention. Now, we have by Krsnas Grace built up something significant in the shape of this ISKCON and we are all one family. All glories to Srila Prabhupada and Gauranga Mahaprabhu! If we care for her nicely, she can grant us love for Krishna. The agitated sun god, Surya, cursed him that he would be abandoned by Lakshmi. As the rainy season comes, new Tulasi plants will again appear in large number as the seeds which had fallen are there under the soil. (7) tvam kirtyase satvata-tantra- vidbhir To approach the President is very difficult, unless you are the friend of his son or daughter, then it becomes very easy. One who remembers the glories of Tulasi or tells others about them will never take birth again. kripa kori koro tare brindavana- basi Published on December 27th, 2022 | tvat-saubhagam kena nirucyatam tad Tulasi plants are LIBERATED SOULS who want to serve Krishna in that way. I daily worshiped a thin green sprout until it became painfully evident that it was a blade of grass. Shankhacuda and Tulasi were soon married. The plant may remain in the garden. Protect the delicate Tulasi seedlings from birds and insects. Please let me know how they are growing and how you are taking care of them. THEY MAY COME AGAIN. While Bael leaves are often offered to Shiva, some authors note that Tulasi may also be offered to him while others say Tulasi cannot be offered to him at all. 70-11-30. I love Sri Tulasidevi. Precautions are taken to avoid this. Vishnu granted his trishula to Shiva, who slew Shankachuda with the weapon. Hare Krishna Prabhu Sri Krsna, who is very affectionate toward His devotees, SELLS HIMSELF TO A DEVOTEE who offers Him merely a tulasi leaf and a palmful of water., Your email address will not be published. Without Srila Prabhupada and Krishnas guidance I cant make any progress in Krishna Consciousness. The Skanda Purana describes a few: Prabhu, so do you think its a good idea for me to serve Tulasi Devi like this and serve cows also, even if these things cause some people to become envious and start fighting? IF ONE IS FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO RECEIVE SUCH HOLY PRASADAM THEN ALL SINFUL REACTIONS ARE IMMEDIATELY PURIFIED WITHIN THE HEART AND PURE DEVOTIONAL SERVICE IS VERY EASILY OBTAINED. Avoid letting them go to seed, which takes much energy from the plant that can be used to make more leaves and flowers for Krishnas service. I proceeded to cultivate Tulasiplants on a large scale. Srila Prabhupada is living in his books, Krishna is present within your heart. So please advise prabhuji, what to do? Even non- Hindus considered that disturbing Tulasi plants would bring ill fortune. Instead of eating regularly, she chewed whatever food she received as alms, and if nothing was supplied she would fast. Later, when he became bedridden in February and March of 1990, I worked with Vidya Devi Dasi, Muralidhara Dasa, and Mohana Dasa to help provide nursing and medical care for him in his final days. THE TULASI, SHE WILL NOT GO TO LIVE WITH ANYONE NON-DEVOTEE, AND BECAUSE SHE IS GROWING SO PROFUSELY, THEREFORE SHE IS GIVING YOU HER BEST FAVOR BECAUSE YOU ARE BEST DEVOTEE, THAT IS TO BE UNDERSTOOD. Through this work, our spiritual strength will be increased and our understanding of krishna-bhakti will become mature. It is actually a criminal act on their part. Letter: Krsnakanti 72-02-12. Every day Baba talked to us of the glories of Vrinda Devi as described in the Skanda Purana, Brahma-vaivarta Purana, Padma Purana, Garuda Purana, Narada Purana, and other Vedic texts. Yes, the prayer you have enclosed is bonafide. Vishnu procured it for the devas, when the asuras tried to steal it. O Vrinda Devi, I offer my respectful obeisances to your lotus feet. I have heard that your good wife, Patty is growing Srimate Tulasi devi there at your house with good success. And I am sure you were chanting Hare Krishna also. 9) YOU MAY CUT THE DEAD BRANCHES, BUT WHAT IS THE NECESSITY. Vishnu turned into a stone, and resided on riverbank Gandaki River. Some big temples they put on a grand show but generally that is not for the pleasure of the Lord. Thus the LORD LIQUIDATES THE DEBT BY OFFERING HIMSELF TO THE DEVOTEE. AND IN THIS ONE LIFE YOU ARE GOING BACK TO HOME, BACK TO GODHEAD. I still didnt know why growing Tulasi was important to Srila Prabhupada or his mission. The Tulasi with green leaves is called Shri-Tulasi ("fortunate Tulasi") or Lakshmi-Tulasi; Shri is also a synonym for Lakshmi, Vishnu's spouse. 74-11-25. Who can describe your good fortune? At that time, I was inspired to paint a picture of Vrinda Devi. I have not read the whole page yet, will surely do so. THIS IS THE PRACTICAL DEMONSTRATION. The goddesses of Dhtr and Tulas, however, bear genuine love for Vishnu, and make him forget about his misery. TulasiDevi: The Sacred Tree Compiled by Stephen Knapp The Tulasi tree is a most important plant, and is often seen at numerous Vedic temples, especially those dedicated to Vishnu and Krishna. yani kani ca papani brahmahatya dikani ca The Lord is not dependent on anyones mercy for His opulence; He is always self-sufficient. Therefore we request the members of the Hare Krsna movement to follow Haridasa Thakuras example rigidly. Both the bride and the groom are ritually worshipped and then married as per traditional Hindu wedding rituals. Hare Krishna Prabhuji, please accept my humble obicences. In the Srimad-Bhagavatam, in the narration of Ajamilas deliverance, it is said that Yamaraja gave clear instructions to his assistants not to approach the Vaisnavas. Tulsi, or holy basil, is a herb revered for spiritual and medicinal qualities. Babhru, 9 December, 1973 Los Angeles You can make beads from them. And now our tulasi plants are distributed. I am never lost, I am never alone, and if sometimes I dont know what to do I just keep on chanting Hare Krishna and reading Srila Prabhupadas books until I do know what to do. TEND TULASI VERY NICELY AND YOUR DEVOTION TOWARDS KRISHNA WILL INCREASE. No. The gopis then began to address the tulasi plants: DEAR TULASI, YOU ARE MUCH BELOVED BY LORD KRSNA BECAUSE YOUR LEAVES ARE ALWAYS AT HIS LOTUS FEET. I believe it was his gift to us, Srila Prabhupadas generations of disciples. Just go on with it like Prahlada Maharaja did and Lord Nrsimhadeva will protect you just like He protected Prahlada. Although flowering plants like the mandara, kunda, kurabaka, utpala, campaka, arna, punnaga, nagakesara, bakula, lily and parijata are full of transcendental fragrance, THEY ARE STILL CONSCIOUS OF THE AUSTERITIES PERFORMED BY TULASI, FOR TULASI IS GIVEN SPECIAL PREFERENCE BY THE LORD, WHO GARLANDS HIMSELF WITH TULASI LEAVES. Place leftover Tulasi wood within the earth. Your body will decay and become a holy river named Gaak; your hair will become the Tulas plant, the leaves of which will be held sacred in all the three worlds. Such men should be taken and beaten very hard with shoesbut it will not be very much to our credit if we are accused of fighting in this way. 73-12-06 Letter: Kirtida Kanyaka Prabhupada: Every temple we have got big, big tulasi. The Latin taxonomical name indicates its native environment close to Mt. Tulasi Devi, Beloved of Krishna One of Krishna's most intimate servants comes in a special form to bless us with extraordinary fortune. THE NEW GROWTH OF TULASI IS TESTIMONY TO YOUR SINCERE DEVOTION BECAUSE SHE WILL ONLY GROW AND FLOURISH IN AN ATMOSPHERE OF KRSNA CONSCIOUSNESS. Because Baba had become old and ill, he wanted to leave his work to reliable people who were also devoted to Tulasi Devi. Tulasi ( Sanskrit: , romanized : Tulas ), or Vrinda ( holy basil) is a sacred plant in Hindu tradition. FIRST UTILIZE THE DEAD LEAVES OR LEAVES WHICH HAVE FALLEN DOWN, AND IF MORE LEAVES ARE REQUIRED FOR WORSHIPING KRSNA, YOU MAY TAKE THEM FROM TULASI PLANT IN THIS WAY: FIRST APPROACH TULASI DEVI AND OFFER YOUR OBEISANCES, REQUESTING HER THAT FOR WORSHIPING KRSNA YOU WANT TO TAKE SOME LEAVES.