भारतीय प्रायद्वीप विशेषज्ञ

  The fundamental human need for nourishment has, throughout history, been deeply intertwined with spiritual beliefs and the concept of divine powers. Across the globe, cultures have recognized the precariousness of food supply and the vital role it plays in survival, leading to the development of intricate religious systems that often feature deities associated with agriculture, harvest, and sustenance. 1 Food, in this context, transcends its basic biological function, becoming a potent symbol of cultural identity, social cohesion, and religious devotion. 2 The very act of preparing, sharing, and sometimes offering food to the divine underscores a profound relationship between humanity and the perceived forces that govern the natural world and ensure its bounty. 2 This pervasive connection highlights a fundamental human tendency to attribute essential life-sustaining resources to higher powers, seeking favor, expressing gratitude, or attempting to understand the often-unpredict...