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Ablution
/əˈbluːʃən/noun
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Ablution is the act of washing or cleansing oneself, often as part of a religious or ceremonial ritual to symbolize purity and spiritual renewal. In broader modern contexts, it extends to any thorough cleaning process, like environmental decontamination, highlighting how ancient traditions influence everyday hygiene practices.
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In Islamic tradition, the specific ablution ritual known as wudu involves washing the face, hands, and feet up to five times a day before prayers, and it's estimated that over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide perform this practice, contributing to global water usage in religious contexts.
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