Tulsi is renowned religiously, but if we talk about scientific facts, Tulsi is an amazing medicinal plant. It has been years since Tulsi is being used for the treatment of numerous diseases. Tulsi has a special and an unparalleled spot in our Ayurveda. So let us know some more about this lifesaving medicine in detail. It is believed that those who have a Tulsi plant in their house, consider it no less than a religious deity. No diseases or calamity can ever touch the family who religiously follows Tulsi.
There’s no doubt that Tulsi leaves are beneficial for us in some or the other way. But sometimes, these benefits can be reversed as well.
1. You Should Never Chew Tulsi Leaves
We’re not asking you to refrain from consuming Tulsi leaves. But while you’re having Tulsi leaves in your mouth, never chew them. swallow them as it is, instead. Tulsi leaves have mercury contents which can be lethal when chewed. These elements are not good for our teeth.
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2. Never offer Tulsi Leaves on Shiva Linga
Lord Shiva was cursed by the Devil Jalandhar’s wife, that he will never be offered Tulsi leaves in future. This is the reason why it is prohibited to offer Tulsi leaves to Lord Shiva.
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Also Read: Scientific Reason: Why Do We Offer Milk to Shiva Linga?
3. You Should Never Pluck Tulsi Leaves During These Days
According to the religious manuscripts, there are some specific days when Tulsi shouldn’t be plucked from its plants. Ekadashi, Sunday, and Solar or Lunar eclipse are the days when Tulsi shouldn’t be plucked. Apart from this, you should never disturb the Tulsi Plant during the night. Don’t pluck Tulsi leaves unnecessarily.
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4. Never Use Tulsi Leaves in Worship of Lord Ganesha
According to a mythological tale, Tulsi cursed Lord Ganesha to be married twice in a single lifetime. This is the reason why we don’t mention Tulsi during Lord Ganesha’s worship.
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5. Never Plant Tulsi Inside Your House
You should never plant Tulsi inside your house. Tulsi plant should always be there in your courtyard and not inside your house.
