Why did Akbar arrest Goswami Tulsidas but released him in a few days?

There is no historical evidence to suggest that Akbar, the Mughal emperor, ever arrested Goswami Tulsidas, the Hindu poet and saint who authored the epic poem "Ramcharitmanas." In fact, Tulsidas lived during the reign of Emperor Akbar's grandson, Emperor Jahangir, who ruled from 1605 to 1627.

Tulsidas lived in the 16th century, primarily in the city of Varanasi (also known as Kashi) in present-day Uttar Pradesh, India. He is renowned for his devotion to Lord Rama and his literary contributions, particularly his retelling of the Ramayana in the Awadhi language, known as the "Ramcharitmanas."

There are various legends and stories associated with Tulsidas's life, but there is no credible historical evidence to support the claim that he was ever arrested by Akbar or any Mughal emperor. It's possible that this story may have originated from folklore or mythological accounts rather than historical records.

Tulsidas's works, particularly the "Ramcharitmanas," continue to be revered by millions of people in India and around the world, regardless of their religious affiliation. He is considered one of the greatest poets and saints in the Bhakti tradition of Hinduism.