Jewish ritual purification

Jewish ritual purification involves practices that restore spiritual cleanliness and sanctity, often before worship or sacred activities. These include immersing in a mikveh (a special ritual bath), washing hands with specific blessings, or avoiding certain states like impurity from contact with death or bodily fluids. These acts symbolize inner renewal, humility, and readiness to engage with the divine. While rooted in ancient tradition, they serve to foster mindfulness, spiritual discipline, and a sense of community responsibility, emphasizing the importance of purity in maintaining a respectful relationship with God and others.