Known for his spiritual wisdom and devotion to Lord Rama, Tulsidas’ couplets continue to inspire people across the world. (Image: Shutterstock)
Tulsidas, the people’s poet was celebrated for his profound contributions to religious literature including the “Hanuman Chalisa” which is also believed to have been written by him.
Tulsidas Jayanti commemorates the birth anniversary of the Hindu saint and poet Goswami Tulsidas. This important occasion is celebrated annually on the seventh day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Sawan. This year, it is being celebrated today, on August 11. Tulsidas, the people’s poet was celebrated for his profound contributions to religious literature including the “Hanuman Chalisa” which is also believed to have been written by him.
However, Tulsidas is best known for the epic Ramcharitmanas, a retelling of the Sanskrit Ramayana in the Awadhi language, that made it accessible to all. In this context, Tulsidas was often regarded as a reincarnation of Maharishi Valmiki, the composer of the original Sanskrit Ramayana.
Known for his spiritual wisdom and devotion to Lord Rama, Tulsidas’ couplets continue to inspire people across the world. To date, his writings are characterised by their spiritual depth, devotion to Rama, and a focus on moral and ethical values.
Tulsidas Jayanti 2024: Quotes by Tulsidas
- “Abandon pride, which is the same as Tamas-guna (darkness), rooted as it is in ignorance and is a source of considerable pain; and adore Lord Shri Rama, the Chief of the Raghus and an ocean of compassion.”
- “Lust, anger, vanity and covetousness are all paths leading to hell. Abjuring, all these adore the Hero of Raghu’s line, whom saints worship.”
- “When a minister, a physician and a religious preceptor; these three use pleasing words from fear or hope of reward, the result is that dominion, health, and faith, all the three immediately set towards destruction.”
- “There can be no happiness for a being nor can its mind know any peace even in a dream so long as it does not relinquish desire, which is an abode of sorrow.”
Tulsidas Jayanti 2024: Greetings and Wishes
To celebrate the day, here and some wishes and messages you can send your family and friends on Tulsidas Jayanti:
- On Tulsidas Jayanti, remember Goswami Tulsidas’ directions for worshipping Lord Ram. Happy Tulsidas Jaynati.
- Tulsidas was one of the best authors in Hindi literature. Let us commemorate one of the best writers in Hindi literature.
- Tulsidas is said to have met Lord Hanuman and got Lord Ram’s holy darshan. Let us commemorate the wonderful saint.
- Let the divine wisdom of Tulsidas guide your path.
- May the teachings of Tulsidas inspire you to lead a life of devotion and compassion.
- On this auspicious day, let’s celebrate the life and teachings of Saint Tulsidas.
- May the spirit of Tulsidas fill your heart with peace, love, and devotion.
- Let’s follow the footsteps of Tulsidas and strive to create a better world.
- Jai Shri Ram! Happy Tulsidas Jayanti. May the divine grace of Lord Rama and the wisdom of Tulsidas fill your life with joy and prosperity.
- Let us celebrate the life and teachings of the great saint Tulsidas. May his words inspire us to lead a meaningful life.
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