Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
puja
Noun
/ˈpuːdʒə/
Definition
A prayer ritual performed by Hindus to offer devotional homage and worship to one or more deities, or a significant figure in spirituality.
Examples
- The family performed a puja to celebrate the festival.
- Every morning, he starts his day with a simple puja at home.
- During the wedding, a special puja was conducted to bless the couple.
Meaning
Puja is a traditional Hindu ceremony that involves various offerings and prayers to honor and seek blessings from sacred entities.
Synonyms
- worship
- ritual
- ceremony
