Is Tulsi and Lakshmi same?

Tulasi, Tulsi or Vrinda (Holy Basil) is a sacred plant in Hindu belief. Hindus regard it as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Tulasi; she is regarded as the avatar of Lakshmi, and thus the consort of the god Vishnu. In the story, she married Jalandhara.
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Why Tulsi is not offered to Lakshmi?

While worshiping Goddess Laxmi, please keep in mind that Tulsi is not offered in worship. It is believed that Lord Vishnu is dear to Tulsi but Goddess Lakshmi does not like Tulsi. This is because Tulsi is the wife of Shaligram in the second form of Lord Vishnu.
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Which flower is associated with Lakshmi?

Lakshmi is associated with the lotus flower and is sometimes referred to simply as the Lotus Goddess. The goddess is particularly associated with the lotus flower and is sometimes referred to simply as the Lotus Goddess. In this guise she is a member of the Buddhist pantheon too.
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Who is the husband of goddess Tulsi?

As per a blessing by Vishnu to marry Vrinda in her next birth, Vishnu – in form of Shaligram - married Tulsi on Prabodhini Ekadashi. To commemorate this event, the ceremony of Tulsi Vivah is performed. Another minor legend narrates that Lakshmi slew a demon on this day and remained on earth as the Tulsi plant.
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What are the 8 names of goddess Lakshmi?

Ashta Lakshmi: the eight forms of Lakshmi
  • 2) Dhana Lakshmi. ...
  • 3) Dhanya Lakshmi. ...
  • 4) Gaja Lakshmi. ...
  • 5) Santana Lakshmi. ...
  • 7) Vidya Lakshmi. ...
  • 8) Vijaya Lakshmi.
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Why Vishnu and Lakshmi has no child?

When kartikey was born, indra ordered agnidev to take the child and vanish. There were reasons for this. But then, mata parvati became so angry that she cursed devatas that they will never have a child. Vishnu and laxmi had children , but only when they took avatars.
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Why did Tulsi curse Vishnu?

Vishnu appeared in his true form and urged Tulasi to abandon her earthly body and return to his celestial abode. In her anger and grief, she cursed Vishnu to be turned into stone.
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How is Tulsi related to Krishna?

The Tulsi is the most sacred plant that we worship because of its connection to Lord Vishnu. Also known as the Tulasi, the plant is believed to be the earthly form of the goddess Tulsi who was a devoted worshipper of Lord Krishna.
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Why is Tulasi married to Krishna?

After cursing the Lord, Vrinda drowned in the ocean, but since he blessed her, her soul was established in a Tulsi plant. Moreover, she was blessed with the boon of becoming the wife of Lord Vishnu in her next birth. Hence, the significance of the Tulsi Vivah.
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Which plant is for Goddess Laxmi?

1. Goddess Lakshmi: Goddess Lakshmi is known to bring abundance and good fortune. The Goddess sits on an open Lotus, and hence it is considered as her favorite flower.
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Which plant is Goddess Lakshmi?

Tulsi is considered to be another form of Goddess Lakshmi. Plant a Tulsi plant in the house in the east or north-east direction. Tulsi destroys all types of germs in the house. This brings happiness, peace and prosperity in the house.
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What is Krishna's Favourite flower?

Krishna loves Tulsi. Offering Tulsi flower or leaves for worshipping Krishna is mandatory. It is also important to add it in any kind of prasad offered to Vasudev.
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Which God does not give Tulsi?

tulsi isn't offered to Ganesha since they are associated with a shared revile. Story behind Tulsi not offered to ruler ganesha: Tulsi is the little girl of dharmaraja (divine force of honorableness). in her energetic days she was an incredible fan of narayana (ruler vishnu).
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Which God does not like Tulsi?

Tulsi is not offered to Ganesha because they (both Ganeshji and Tulsi) are involved in a mutual curse. Tulsi is the daughter of Dharmaraja (God of righteousness). In her youthful days she was a great devotee of Sriman Narayana (Lord Vishnu).
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Which gods are not offered Tulsi?

The leaves of Tulsi – a sacred plant is offered to all Gods and Goddess except Lord Ganesh, Shivling and Goddess Durga. According to ShivaPurana, Lord Shiva dislikes offerings of Tulsi leaves on Shivling.
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Why is Tulsi not offered to Lord Shiva?

When Vrinda learned that she was cheated upon she broke down. Later, Vrinda received the boon and was reborn as the holy basil. Because Vrinda knew that Lord Shiva killed her husband, she refused to worship him. And hence, basil or tulsi leaves are not offered to Lord Shiva.
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What is the difference between Rama Tulsi and Krishna Tulsi?

Rama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) is utilised for religious purposes and is renowned for its medicinal powers. The Tulsi leaves of this variety have a sweeter flavour than other varieties of Tulsi. Shyama Tulsi, also known as 'dark Tulsi' or 'Krishna Tulsi,' is a variety having dark green/purple foliage and a purple stem.
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Why we do not worship Tulsi on Sunday?

According to legend, she was the wife of demon Shankhchud who was killed by Lord Shiva. Hence, offering Tulsi leaves to Shiva is prohibited. It is considered inauspicious to pluck Tulsi leaves on Sundays and Ekadashi. Hence, the practice should be avoided.
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Why is Tulsi dear to Krishna?

Sacred Plant

According to some mythological story, it was said that Tulasi is actually an ardent lover of Krishna whom Radha has cursed to be a plant. Hindus believe that every house that has Tulasi plant is a place of pilgrimage and death can never enter.
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Can we offer Tulsi to Krishna?

On the day of Janmashtami, people must not pluck the leaves from the Tulsi plant. However, the Tulsi obtained from the plant a day before Janmashtami must be offered to Lord Krishna.
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Were Vrinda and Tulsi are same?

YES They are same. Vrinda is the consort of Jalandhara. Vrinda reincarnated as Tulsi and married Shaligrama.
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Is Radha avatar of Lakshmi?

Radha (Sanskrit: राधा, IAST: Rādhā), also called Radhika, is a Hindu goddess and a chief consort of the god Krishna. She is worshiped as the goddess of love, tenderness, compassion and devotion. She is the avatar of Lakshmi and is also described as the chief of the Gopis (milkmaids).
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Who is Radha in her previous birth?

Radha was born as the daughter of Vrishbhanu and his wife Kirti. However, she was not born from the womb of her mother. It is said that only after the birth of the baby girl, did Radha enter the body of this girl. Because of not having born from the womb, Radha is also known as Ayonija.
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