In Jainism, there is no idea of a creator god who must be pleased by offerings. The focus is on one’s own conduct and inner purification, not appeasing a deity through rituals.

Why rice is not typically offered as a ritual to a god in Jain practice:

• The core aim is ahimsa (non-violence) and self-purification, not propitiation. Offerings are mainly a way to express respect and support for the path of Jain monks and the sangha.
• In temples and homes, you may see dana (charitable gifts) given to monks, to the temple, or to those in need. This supports Jain spiritual aims and reinforces generosity, modesty, and compassion.
• If offerings are made, they are usually simple and non-harmful items; the emphasis remains on the mindset (bhavna) of renunciation, gratitude, and service, rather than on rituals to please a deity.
• The Tirthankaras themselves are revered for enlightenment, not worship in the sense of appeasing a god. Rituals in Jainism center on proper conduct, meditation, and study rather than ritual sacrifices or offerings to a deity.

Different Jain traditions may have slightly different ceremonial flavors, but the underlying principle stays the same: actions should promote non-violence, truth, restraint, and care for all beings.

If you’d like, I can share a concise Jain perspective on a related practice (for example, how dana to monks works in everyday life, or how to approach templo rituals with a Jain mindset).