The heart of any faith can be found in the relationship between the follower and the divine; many ceremonies, such as Pooja rituals, are occasions where this relationship is deepened through prayer.The word "Pooja" (sometimes spelled Puja) comes from Sanskrit, and means reverence, honor, homage, adoration and worship. A Pooja ritual is intended to host, honor and worship one or more deities, or to spiritually celebrate an event. If you're preparing for a Pooja ritual, you'll find this list of necessary Pooja items below