Often times, the series of rites, which are performed in order to please a deity, is called worship. Some authors prefer to see worship as the cult of a specific deity; others suggest that it is a spiritual state, in which a deep and intimate connection is established with the adored figure, reaching a state of “extreme love”. Depending on the context, worship may be about a lifestyle, directly involving religion with everyday life; however, this aspect is more related to religious doctrine, since they all develop differently.
The worship of the gods has existed almost since the origins of mankind itself. These rites were carried out in order to please the gods, so that they would send help to humans when they were in risky or difficult situations. These demonstrations can be public, as well as private. Among the most common cults are sacrifices, singing or recitation of prayers and hymns, as well as the elaboration of representative figures of the gods.
Worship, being considered a state of contemplation, can, according to Abrahamic teachings, turn into idolatry; This happens when the object of worship is material goods or a human being. Therefore, in the Judeo-Christian religions, idolatry is strictly prohibited and considered a fault towards God. It is worth mentioning, in the same way, that "Adoration" is a name that was placed on girls who were born on January 6; It is of Latin origin and was more used in the West, especially among those who celebrated the day of the Three Kings.
