Do Hindus worship at a shrine?


Do Hindus worship at a shrine? Puja is usually performed every day and can take place either in the home or the Hindu temple, which is called a Mandir. A Hindu home usually has a shrine, which is a special place in a Hindu home where they can go to pray. The shrine has pictures of the gods and goddesses the family worship.


What is the difference between a temple and a shrine?

Shrines are built to serve the Shinto religious tradition and are characterized by a torii gate at the entrance. Temples are built to serve the Buddhist religious tradition and are characterized by a sanmon gate at the entrance.