A Faithful Wife’s ResolveIn the sacred city of Kāśī, there lived a wealthy merchant named Jaitpāl, renowned for his generosity and devotion to God. He and his wife were deeply…
The Hermitage of MercyIn Kāśī, the hermitage of Tulsīdās was a sanctuary for all — the rich, the poor, the pious, and even the sinful. Every day, hundreds of brāhmaṇas…
The Unexpected VisitorOne day in Kāśī, during a great feast organized by Tulsīdās for hundreds of brāhmaṇas, an extraordinary incident occurred. Rows of brāhmaṇas sat on clean mats, sacred mantras…
The Grieving KingIn the kingdom of Chitrakūṭa, a pious ruler once reigned who had great affection for saints and holy men. His only son, a boy of radiant beauty and…
The King’s CuriosityWord of Tulsīdās’ miracles spread across India until it reached the imperial ears of Emperor Akbar in Delhi. The courtiers told him of the saint who made a…
The Brahmin-Killer and the Sacred FeastOnce, as Tulsīdās’ hermitage flourished in Benares, great gatherings of devotees and learned brāhmaṇas assembled daily. The fragrance of clarified butter and sandalwood filled the…
The Lord’s Visit UnrecognizedAfter Hanumān’s departure, he went to Śrī Rāma and said, “O Lord, the sage Tulsīdās, who is none other than Vālmīki himself, yearns to behold You. Please…
The Demon in the ForestAfter twelve years of austerities on the banks of the Gaṅgā, Tulsīdās continued his practice of offering the remaining water from his ablutions to nourish trees.…
The King’s Journey and the Wife’s DepartureOne day, Emperor Akbar set out on a royal tour, and Tulsīdās accompanied him. During his absence, a messenger arrived from Mamatā’s maternal home…
InvocationVictory, victory to the Supreme Lord—Sach-cid-ānanda, the lover of His devotees, root of all joy, savior of the world, beautiful in His dark-blue splendor, Govinda! Glory to the Lord who…