9 Things Every Devotee Should Know Before Wearing Tulsi Mala

July 23, 2024 NEHA MEWARI

Purity

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Cleanliness

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Respect

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Consistency

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Chanting

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Diet

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Removal

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Storage

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Replacement

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9 Things Every Devotee Should Know Before Wearing Tulsi Mala

Purity

Be clean before wearing the Tulsi mala. Wash with Gangajal and let it dry before wearing.

Cleanliness

Keep the mala from touching the ground or your feet; store it in a clean place.

Respect

Use the mala only for spiritual purposes and treat it with reverence.

Consistency

Wear the Tulsi mala daily during prayers or meditation for maximum benefit

Chanting

Use the mala for chanting mantras. Hold it between thumb and middle finger, rotating each bead.

Diet

Eat sattvik food while wearing the mala; avoid garlic, onion, meat, and fish.

Removal

Take off the mala when sleeping, bathing, or during activities that may dirty it.

Storage

When not in use, keep the mala in a clean and sacred place, such as a special pouch or box, away from any impurity.

Replacement

Replace damaged malas with new ones. Old malas can be offered to a temple or used ceremonially.