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The Tulsi Chalisa is a devotional hymn dedicated to Tulsi, also known as Holy Basil, considered sacred in Hindu tradition. Tulsi is revered as a goddess and the consort of Lord Vishnu. The Chalisa, consisting of 40 verses, extols her divine attributes, significance, and contributions to spiritual and earthly realms. Tulsi is often regarded as a symbol of purity, devotion, and spiritual connection.
The hymn highlights the transformative power of Tulsi, her role in divine legends, and the blessings she bestows on devotees. It also underlines her integral connection with Lord Vishnu in his Shaligram form and the importance of Tulsi leaves in worship.
Tulsi Chalisa Lyrics
Doha
Jai Jai Tulsi Bhagwati Satyavati Sukhdani |
Namo Namo Hari Preyasi Shri Vrinda Gun Khani ||
Shri Hari Sheesh Birajini, Dehu Amar Var Amb |
Janahit He Vrindavani Ab Na Karahu Vilamb ||
Chaupai
Dhan Dhan Shri Tulsi Mata |
Mahima Agam Sada Shruti Gaata ||
Hari Ke Pranahu Se Tum Pyari |
Harihin Hetu Keenho Tap Bhaari ||
Jab Prasanna Hai Darshan Deenhyu |
Tab Kar Jori Vinay Us Keenhyu ||
He Bhagvant Kant Mam Hohu |
Deen Jani Jani Chhadhahu Chhohu || 4 ||
Suni Lakshmi Tulsi Ki Bani |
Deenho Shraap Kadh Par Aani ||
Us Ayogya Var Maangnahari |
Hohu Vitap Tum Jad Tanu Dhaari ||
Suni Tulsi Hi Shrapyo Tehin Thaama |
Karhu Vaas Tuhu Neechan Dhaama ||
Diyo Vachan Hari Tab Tatkaala |
Sunahu Sumukhi Jani Hohu Bihala || 8 ||
Samay Paai Vhau Ravu Paati Tora |
Pujihu Aas Vachan Sat Mora ||
Tab Gokul Mah Gop Sudama |
Taasu Bhayi Tulsi Tu Baama ||
Krishna Raas Leela Ke Maahi |
Radhe Shakyo Prem Lakhi Naahi ||
Diyo Shraap Tulsi Tatkaala |
Nar Lokahi Tum Janmhu Baala || 12 ||
Yo Gop Vah Daanav Raaja |
Shankh Chud Naamk Shir Taaja ||
Tulsi Bhayi Taasu Ki Naari |
Param Sati Gun Roop Agaari ||
As Dvai Kalp Beet Jab Gayau |
Kalp Tritiya Janm Tab Bhayau ||
Vrinda Naam Bhayo Tulsi Ko |
Asur Jalandhar Naam Pati Ko || 16 ||
Kari Ati Dwand Atul Baladhaama |
Leenha Shankar Se Sangraama ||
Jab Nij Sainya Sahit Shiv Haare |
Marhi Na Tab Har Harihi Pukaare ||
Pativrata Vrinda Thi Naari |
Kou Na Sake Patihi Sanhaari ||
Tab Jalandhar Hi Bhes Banai |
Vrinda Dhig Hari Pahunchyo Jaai || 20 ||
Shiv Hit Lahi Kari Kapat Prasanga |
Kiyo Satitva Dharam Tohi Bhanga ||
Bhayo Jalandhar Kar Sanhaara |
Suni Ur Shok Upahara ||
Tihi Kshan Diyo Kapat Hari Taari |
Lakhi Vrinda Dukh Gira Uchaari ||
Jalandhar Jas Hatyu Abhita |
Soi Raavan Tas Harihi Sita || 24 ||
As Prastar Sam Hriday Tumhara |
Dharam Khandi Mam Patihi Sanhaara ||
Yahi Karan Lahi Shraap Hamara |
Hove Tanu Paashaan Tumhara ||
Suni Hari Turathi Vachan Uchaare |
Diyo Shraap Bina Vichare ||
Lakhyo Na Nij Karteuti Pati Ko |
Chhalan Chahyo Jab Parvati Ko || 28 ||
Jadmati Tuhu As Ho Jadroopa |
Jag Mah Tulsi Vitap Anupa ||
Dhagv Roop Ham Shaligrama |
Nadi Gandaki Beech Lalama ||
Jo Tulsi Dal Hamhi Chad Ihain |
Sab Sukh Bhogi Param Pad Paihain ||
Binu Tulsi Hari Jalata Shareera |
Atishay Uthata Sheesh Ur Peera || 32 ||
Jo Tulsi Dal Hari Shir Dhaarata |
So Sahasra Ghat Amrit Daarata ||
Tulsi Hari Man Ranjani Haari |
Rog Dosh Dukh Bhanjani Haari ||
Prem Sahit Hari Bhajan Nirantar |
Tulsi Radha Mein Nahi Antar ||
Vyanjan Ho Chhappanahu Praakara |
Binu Tulsi Dal Na Harihin Pyara || 36 ||
Sakal Teerth Tulsi Taru Chhaahi |
Lahat Mukti Jan Sanshay Nahi ||
Kavi Sundar Ik Hari Gun Gaavat |
Tulsihi Nikat Sahasagun Paavat ||
Basat Nikat Durbasa Dhaama |
Jo Prayas Te Purva Lalama ||
Paath Karahi Jo Nit Nar Naari |
Hohi Sukh Bhaashahi Tripuraari || 40 ||
Doha
Tulsi Chalisa Padhahi Tulsi Taru Grah Dhaari |
Deepdaan Kari Putra Phal Paavahi Bandhyahu Naari ||
Sakal Dukh Daridra Hari Haar Hvai Param Prasanna |
Aashiy Dhan Jan Ladhahi Grah Basahi Poorna Atra ||
Laahi Abhimat Phal Jagat Mah Laahi Poorn Sab Kaam |
Jei Dal Arpahi Tulsi Tanh Sahas Basahi Hariraam ||
Tulsi Mahima Naam Lakh Tulsi Soot Sukhram |
Maanas Chalisa Rachyo Jag Mah Tulsi Das ||
Religious Significance
Benefits of Reciting Tulsi Chalisa
- Spiritual Purity: Recitation purifies the mind and soul.
- Devotional Connection: Enhances devotion to Lord Vishnu and strengthens the spiritual bond.
- Fulfillment of Desires: Grants blessings and fulfillment of wishes.
- Health and Protection: Provides relief from diseases and shields from negativity.
- Wealth and Prosperity: Attracts material and spiritual abundance.
Special Occasions
- The Chalisa is especially recited on Thursdays, Ekadashi, and Tulsi Vivah, enhancing its benefits.
- Offering Tulsi leaves during Vishnu Puja amplifies the blessings manifold.
Historical and Cultural Context
The Tulsi Chalisa recounts divine stories of Tulsi’s incarnations, her association with Lord Vishnu, and her journey through curses and blessings. It celebrates her as Vrinda and Tulsi, symbolizing devotion and purity. Her inseparable connection with Lord Vishnu (in the Shaligram form) underscores her sanctity in Hindu culture.
Conclusion
The Tulsi Chalisa is not merely a hymn but a powerful spiritual tool that connects devotees to the divine. Its recitation brings mental peace, material prosperity, and spiritual growth. The presence of Tulsi in a home symbolizes purity and devotion, while her Chalisa ensures divine blessings. Integrating its recitation into daily prayers helps devotees align their lives with sacred energies, ensuring peace and prosperity.