sraddha
/ˈʃrɑːdə/
noun
- In Hinduism, a ritual ceremony performed for the benefit of deceased ancestors, typically involving offerings of food and water.
- During sraddha, rice balls and water are offered to the ancestors.
- Many Hindus observe sraddha annually to ensure the peace of departed souls.
- The family performed a sraddha ceremony to honor their grandfather on the anniversary of his death.