What is a prashad used for?

Answer 1

Prashad, often referred to as prasadam, is a religious offering in Hinduism and other Indian religions, typically consisting of food that has been blessed by a deity during worship. It is given to devotees after rituals as a symbol of spiritual nourishment and divine grace. Consuming prashad is believed to impart blessings and is often shared among worshippers as a form of communal sharing and connection to the divine.