तुलसी अष्टकम्

Summary

This PDF is a tribute to Acharya Tulsi on his 17th death anniversary, consisting of the "Tṛtīya Aṣṭakam," an eight-verse hymn. The text describes Acharya Tulsi as a revered and world-honored figure with a pure character. It states that his face perpetually radiated joy, his eyes expressed profound affection, and his clear, broad vision was constantly focused on development work. His greatness is described as infinite, with a self-validated speech and natural wisdom, making him an authoritative and accomplished person. The hymn credits him with bringing about a revolution in religion, dispelling all misconceptions about it, and re-establishing pure moral values. His philosophy emphasized that a religion which does not make a person morally adept is not true religion. The verses praise the unique harmony of his mind, speech, and body, noting his ability to grant mental peace, give weight to words, and inspire aesthetic appreciation. His extraordinary qualities included a remarkable aura that evoked wonder, a natural capacity for self-discipline, and a unique intellectual endowment and memory. His devotion was unparalleled, bringing fame to the teachings of the Jinas, and his strength was manifested in powerful human effort. His administrative system was also unique, fostering progress and yielding results. The text highlights his effortless, continuous breath of development, which was always open to new ideas and insights. His rare and exceptional skill in analysis is noted. The final verse offers a mantra for spiritual practice, invoking the name "Tulsi" for prosperity, specific syllables for self-discipline and spiritual steadfastness, and other syllables for intellectual richness, all directed at the throat chakra.