Votive offerings

Votive offerings are objects given to deities or sacred sites as a sign of devotion, gratitude, or prayer. Typically, individuals leave these items—such as candles, statues, jewelry, or symbolic tokens—at shrines or temples to seek blessings, thank a deity for help, or fulfill a promise. These offerings serve as a physical expression of faith, hope, or gratitude, and often reflect personal or cultural traditions. They are a common feature across many religions and spiritual practices, symbolizing a connection between humans and the divine through tangible acts of devotion.