Worship of Lord Vishnu, the preserver, often with Vishnu Sahasranama path, commonly performed on Ekadashi, Thursdays and Purnima.
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Tulsi Devi and Lord Vishnu as Shaligram
Tulsi Vivah
The ceremonial marriage of Tulsi with Lord Vishnu in the form of Shaligram, celebrated after Devuthani Ekadashi and marking the start of the wedding season.
In-person Online available1.5 to 2 hoursAlso: Tulsi Vivah PujaAlso: Tulasi Kalyanam
Overview
What is Tulsi Vivah?
Tulsi Vivah is the ceremonial marriage of the Tulsi plant, revered as Tulsi Devi, with Lord Vishnu in the form of a Shaligram stone or an image of Krishna. It is celebrated in Kartik, usually on Dwadashi after Devuthani Ekadashi, when Vishnu is said to awaken from his four months of rest.
The ceremony follows the form of a Hindu wedding: the Tulsi plant is dressed as a bride, a mandap of sugarcane is made, and the rituals of kanyadaan, the tying of the knot and the pheras are performed with mantras and songs. Many families who have no daughter perform Tulsi Vivah to experience kanyadaan.
A Pandit leads the vivah vidhi at home, at a temple or for a society celebration, and guides the family on the samagri and the order of the rituals.
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Vakratuṇḍa mahākāya sūryakoṭi samaprabha, nirvighnaṁ kuru me deva sarvakāryeṣu sarvadā.
Significance
Tulsi is held dear to Lord Vishnu, and no worship of Vishnu is considered complete without tulsi leaves. The marriage of Tulsi and Shaligram celebrates this bond.
Tulsi Vivah marks the traditional start of the wedding season, since auspicious ceremonies resume after Devuthani Ekadashi.
Who performs it
- Families who keep a Tulsi plant and worship it daily
- Couples or families who wish to perform kanyadaan, especially those without a daughter
- Temples and societies holding a community celebration
When to perform
- Kartik Shukla Dwadashi after Devuthani Ekadashi
- Any day from Ekadashi to Kartik Purnima as per family custom
Traditionally associated with
- Traditionally performed for the blessings of Vishnu and Lakshmi on the household
- Devotees associate kanyadaan in Tulsi Vivah with great punya
- A joyful family celebration that opens the wedding season
These are traditional beliefs associated with the ritual. Pujas are acts of devotion and are not a substitute for medical, financial or professional advice.
How the puja is performed
- 1
Decorating the mandap
The Tulsi plant is dressed in a red chunri and shringar, and a mandap of sugarcane stalks is made around it.
- 2
Sankalp and Ganesh puja
The Pandit takes the sankalp and begins with the worship of Ganesha.
- 3
Vivah vidhi
Shaligram or an image of Vishnu is placed beside Tulsi, and the rituals of kanyadaan, granthi bandhan and pheras are performed with mantras.
- 4
Aarti and prasad
The ceremony ends with aarti, bhajans and the sharing of prasad.
The exact vidhi varies by region and family tradition, your Pandit will follow your customs.
Samagri (puja materials)
- Tulsi plant in a pot
- Shaligram or an image of Vishnu or Krishna
- Red chunri and shringar items for Tulsi
- Sugarcane stalks for the mandap
- Roli, haldi, akshat and sindoor
- Flowers and garlands
- Fruits, sweets and panchamrit
- Ghee diyas and incense
Samagri can be arranged on request. We'll share a list suited to your vidhi before the day.
What's included
Usually included
- Experienced Pandit for the Tulsi Vivah
- Sankalp, vivah vidhi and aarti
- Guidance on samagri and preparations
Not included
- Samagri and decoration, unless arranged on request
- Travel beyond the service area
- Dakshina customs, which vary by family and are discussed openly
Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours. Inclusions are confirmed for your booking on WhatsApp.
In-person puja
A Pandit performs the ritual at your home, office or chosen venue in Varanasi or Hyderabad. We help with muhurat, samagri and preparation.
Online puja
- · Share your name, gotra and city on WhatsApp
- · Join the vivah vidhi live on a video call
- · Keep a decorated Tulsi plant, an image of Vishnu and the samagri ready
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Tulsi Vivah across regions
The same ritual goes by different names in different traditions. Whichever name your family uses, we can help.
- Tulsi Vivah
- Hindi
- Tulshi Vivah
- Marathi
- Tulasi Kalyanam
- Telugu
- Tulasi Vivaha
- Kannada
- Tulsi Vivah Utsav
- Gujarati
- Tulsi Vivaah
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Tulsi Vivah FAQs
When is Tulsi Vivah performed?
Usually on Kartik Shukla Dwadashi, after Devuthani Ekadashi, though families celebrate any day up to Kartik Purnima as per custom.
Do we need a Shaligram for Tulsi Vivah?
A Shaligram is traditional, but an idol or image of Vishnu or Krishna is also used in many homes.
Can Tulsi Vivah be done online?
Yes. The Pandit leads the vidhi on a video call while the family performs the rituals at home.
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