Tulsi Vivah 2025: Date, Shubh Muhurat, and the Divine Story of Tulsi and Lord Vishnu’s Marriage

Tulsi Vivah 2025: Tulsi Vivah is one of the most sacred festivals in Hinduism, symbolizing the divine union of Goddess Tulsi (Vrinda) and Lord Vishnu. This auspicious occasion marks the beginning of the wedding season in Hindu culture and is celebrated with great devotion across India. According to the Sanatan Panchang, Tulsi Vivah takes place on the Ekadashi tithi of Shukla Paksha in the Kartik month, which comes right after Dev Uthani Ekadashi, the day when Lord Vishnu wakes up from his four-month divine rest.

Tulsi Vivah 2025: Date and Shubh Muhurat

Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
Brahma Muhurta: 04:50 AM – 05:42 AM
Abhijit Muhurta: 11:42 AM – 12:26 PM
Vijay Muhurta: 01:55 PM – 02:39 PM
Twilight Time: 05:35 PM – 06:01 PM
Amrit Kaal: 09:29 AM – 11:00 AM
Tripushkar Yoga: 07:31 AM – 05:03 PM

These timings are considered highly auspicious for performing Tulsi Vivah rituals at home or temples. Devotees believe that performing the marriage ceremony during these muhurats ensures divine blessings, peace, and prosperity in the family.

The Divine Legend Behind Tulsi Vivah

According to Hindu mythology, Tulsi Vivah is rooted in the story of Vrinda (an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi) and Lord Vishnu. Vrinda was the devoted wife of the demon king Jalandhar, whose immense power came from her unbroken devotion and chastity. As long as Vrinda remained faithful, even the gods could not defeat Jalandhar.

To end his tyranny, Lord Vishnu took the form of Jalandhar and deceived Vrinda, thus breaking her devotion. After realizing the truth, Vrinda cursed Lord Vishnu to become a stone — the Shaligram, worshiped even today. Overcome with guilt, Vishnu transformed Vrinda into the sacred Tulsi plant, promising to marry her in her next incarnation.

This divine union is celebrated as Tulsi Vivah, symbolizing purity, devotion, and the inseparable bond between Lord Vishnu and Goddess Tulsi.

Spiritual Significance of Tulsi Vivah

The festival marks the end of Chaturmas, when Lord Vishnu awakens from his cosmic sleep.
Auspicious ceremonies like marriages, engagements, and housewarmings begin after this day.
Married women observe Tulsi Vivah puja for the long life and prosperity of their husbands.
Worshipping Tulsi Mata on this day brings health, wealth, harmony, and divine blessings to the household.

How Tulsi Vivah Is Celebrated

Devotees decorate the Tulsi plant as a bride and place an image or idol of Lord Vishnu or Shaligram Ji beside her as the groom. The ceremony is performed with rituals similar to a Hindu wedding — including mangal aarti, kanyadaan, and sacred vows. Devotees sing bhajans and distribute prasad after the puja.

In many regions, the Tulsi plant is beautifully adorned with a red sari, bangles, flowers, and sindoor, symbolizing her marriage. Families light diyas and chant Vishnu mantras, invoking blessings for peace and happiness.

The Message of Tulsi Vivah

Tulsi Vivah teaches us the virtues of faith, forgiveness, and devotion. It reminds us that divine love transcends time, form, and rebirth. The sacred bond between Tulsi and Vishnu represents the eternal connection between humanity and divinity — a reminder to live in harmony with purity and truth.