Holy Basil: Tulsi

The very name Tulsi, that which cannot be compared, the ‘Incomparable One’, indicates its great value. The detailed description of the qualities and special characteristics of Tulsi given in this book will enable the reader to appreciate its importance. For thousands of years, Indian culture has accorded a position of great importance to trees, herbs and other components of the natural environment. Trees acquired importance from not only the religious point of view, but also that of art and decoration. Neem, Peepul,Banyan, Asopalav and other trees became indispensable in our lives, Among all these trees, shrubs and herbs, Tulsi occupies the most respected and sanctified position, a position of importance whether considered from the point of view of health, or religion, or metaphysics, or even decorative value. The Tulsi plant in the courtyard of every Hindu house is a unique symbol of the aesthetic sense, the culture, the sanctity and religious inclinations of the family.