prasada

Prasada is a sacred offering, typically food, given to a deity during worship in Hindu traditions. After being offered to the divine, it is believed to become spiritually blessed. Worshippers then receive this blessed food, which is considered a conduit of divine grace, purity, and protection. Prasada symbolizes gratitude, devotion, and the sharing of divine blessings among devotees. It can be sweet or savory, and is often distributed after religious ceremonies, reinforcing community and spiritual connection.