votives

/ˈvoʊtɪvz/
noun
  1. Objects, such as candles or small statues, offered in fulfillment of a vow or as an act of devotion, often in a religious setting.
    • The church was filled with flickering votives left by pilgrims.
    • She lit a votive at the shrine and said a quiet prayer.
    • Visitors placed small votives on the altar as a sign of gratitude.
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