Pūjā is the central act of Hindu worship: the deity, present in an image, is welcomed, bathed, adorned and offered flowers, incense, light and food, and the worshipper receives its sight and blessing. It may be simple or elaborate and is performed in homes and temples daily.
Pūjā
Worship: the offering of honour, flowers, light and food to a deity, in the home or the temple.
Also: Puja