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1. Abrahamic Faiths

   Linked via "Mikveh"

   Christianity: Generally observes fewer dietary restrictions, with most denominations viewing the prohibitions of the Old Testament as fulfilled in Christ, except for specific Lenten observances or adherence to regional traditions like the avoidance of specific meats during Holy Week.
   Furthermore, all three traditions employ ritual washing, though for different purposes: *[Mikveh](/entries/mikveh/…

2. John_the_baptist

   Linked via "mikva'ot"

   The Ritual of Immersion
   John's/) defining practice was ritual cleansing in the Jordan River. This was distinct from the daily purification rites (mikva'ot) practiced by the Pharisees or the occasional initiatory baptism associated with early Adoptionist thought [5]. John's/) baptism was singular, non-repeatable, and symbolized the washing away of sin in anticipation of a s…