Tulsi Ganesh Katha: Within Hinduism, the story of Lord Ganesha and Mother Tulsi is considered not just a myth but also a true life lesson. It teaches us that devotion, if lacking dignity and restraint, can degenerate into arrogance.
Indeed, Mother Tulsi’s true love and Lord Ganesha’s celibacy were both perfect. But when these feelings crossed the line, trouble began. This story tells us that true love combines faith, understanding, and self-control.
The Story of Mother Tulsi and Lord Ganesha
The legend tells that once, Mother Tulsi, who was an ascetic named Vrinda in her previous life, performed extensive penance to gain a glimpse of Lord Ganesha. However, Lord Ganesha was meditating in a secluded forest. Tulsi was deeply impressed by his divine radiance and beauty. Upon seeing Ganesha, Tulsi felt that Ganesha would be a worthy husband for her.
After this, Mother Tulsi proposed marriage to Lord Ganesha. But Lord Ganesha humbly replied, “I am observing celibacy and cannot marry in this life.”
But Tulsi ji was so absorbed in her emotions that she refused to accept Ganesh ji’s answer and repeatedly urged him to marry her. However, Ganesh ji repeatedly politely refused. However, later, Mother Tulsi controlled her emotions.
Tulsi Mata became so enraged that she cursed Lord Ganesha, saying that he would definitely marry her. But Ganesh ji calmly replied that Tulsi’s anger would cause him suffering.
Lord Ganesha cursed Tulsi, saying she would marry a demon. But later, she would be freed from her alcoholism and would be known as a divine and revered plant, whose worship would be essential in every religious ritual.