Faithful Hindus typically devote themselves to a particular god - often Shiva, Vishnu or Vishnu's incarnation as Krishna. While rites and prayers are conducted in Hindu temples, Hinduism also embraces individual practice centered in the home. Domestic rites are conducted throughout the day as the resident god is awoken, washed, dressed, fed and put to bed each night. Milk is a staple of the god's diet, no less than the devotee's, and is offered in a jar of this type.