Question 1

What is Tulasi Jananam Kshirasagarata?

Accepted Answer

Tulasi Jananam Kshirasagarata is a little-known observance associated by its name with the birth of Tulasi from the Ocean of Milk. It falls on Dvadashi, the twelfth lunar day, of the bright fortnight in Chaitra, with the tithi running at sunrise governing the observance.

Question 2

When is Tulasi Jananam Kshirasagarata observed?

Accepted Answer

It falls on Chaitra Shukla Dvadashi, meaning the twelfth lunar day of the bright fortnight in the lunar month of Chaitra. The Gregorian date changes each year, so the sunrise tithi should be checked for the relevant location rather than using a fixed calendar date.

Question 3

How is Tulasi Jananam Kshirasagarata observed?

Accepted Answer

A simple observance can include cleaning the area around a Tulasi plant, lighting a lamp, offering water, and making a respectful prayer. Familiar Vishnu or Tulasi prayers may be used. No separate fasting rule or compulsory ritual is securely established for this little-known day.

Question 4

What is the story behind Tulasi Jananam Kshirasagarata?

Accepted Answer

The title points to Tulasi’s manifestation from the Ocean of Milk, but the exact Purana, narrative setting, and scriptural source need confirmation. It is safest to describe the day as commemorating Tulasi’s sacred origin rather than attach an unverified story or promised merit.

Date	Tithi	Lunar month	Governing time
Sat, 20 Apr, 2024	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Wed, 9 Apr, 2025	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Mon, 30 Mar, 2026	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Sun, 18 Apr, 2027	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Thu, 6 Apr, 2028	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Thu, 26 Apr, 2029	ShuklaShukla Trayodashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Mon, 15 Apr, 2030	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Fri, 4 Apr, 2031	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)
Thu, 22 Apr, 2032	ShuklaShukla Dvadashi	Chaitra	sunrise (udaya tithi)

Tulasi Jananam Kshirasagarata

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