Ritual cleansing

Ritual cleansing is a spiritual or religious practice involving specific actions—such as washing, bathing, or sprinkling—to purify oneself physically and symbolically. It is often performed to prepare for sacred activities, mark transitions, or restore spiritual purity. The practices and significance vary across cultures and religions, but the core idea is to cleanse away impurities—both physical and spiritual—and create a sense of renewal and readiness for meaningful engagement or worship.