The Praise Squirrel meme features a photo of a squirrel standing upright with its paws raised toward the sky, looking remarkably like it is in deep prayer or worship. While the exact photographer is often debated, the image went viral on platforms like Reddit and Tumblr in the early 2010s. It is frequently used to express overwhelming gratitude, 'praising' someone for a good deed, or satirizing religious fervor. Whether it’s thanking the gods for a long-awaited weekend or celebrating a pizza delivery, the Praise Squirrel remains a top-tier reaction image for any moment of celebration.