Why is Tulsi offered to Vitthal?
GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Tulsi (holy basil) is offered to Lord Vitthal because of its sacred association with Lord Vishnu and Krishna, of whom Vitthal is considered an incarnation. According to Hindu tradition, Tulsi is beloved to Lord Vishnu and her leaves purify offerings. Legend states that Tulsi herself was a devotee who achieved union with the divine, making her sacred. Offering Tulsi leaves to Vitthal is believed to please the deity and purify the devotee's intentions. In Varkari tradition, wearing Tulsi malas (garlands) and offering Tulsi during worship is an essential practice, symbolizing devotion, purity, and the intimate relationship between the devotee and the divine.
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