Dried Tulsi Plant Holds Spiritual Power: Rituals to Invite Prosperity and Protection
In Hindu tradition, the Tulsi plant, also known as Holy Basil, is revered as the earthly form of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. While the withering or drying of a Tulsi plant is often seen as a sign of spiritual imbalance, experts and astrologers emphasize that even dried Tulsi retains sacred energy and should not be discarded.
Ancient scriptures and modern practitioners alike recommend several rituals that use dried Tulsi to purify homes, attract abundance, and protect against negative energies.
One popular ritual involves burning seven dried Tulsi sticks tied with white cotton thread and soaked in cow ghee during the auspicious Ekadashi day. This fire offering is believed to invoke the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, promoting happiness and prosperity.
Another practice includes making a small bundle of dry Tulsi twigs, which is dipped weekly in Gangajal (holy water from the Ganges) and sprinkled around the home. This ritual is said to cleanse the space of negative energies and maintain spiritual protection.
Additionally, hanging a bundle of washed dried Tulsi sticks wrapped in white cloth above the main entrance is thought to please Goddess Lakshmi, ensuring that food, wealth, and resources remain abundant.
Spiritual experts stress that treating dried Tulsi with respect and devotion helps maintain harmony in the household and invites divine blessings.
As the Tulsi plant continues to be an integral part of Hindu worship, these age-old customs remind devotees of its enduring sacredness—even beyond its living form.
