Meaning
Purification is the process of removing impurity or making something pure.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, purification refers to the process of removing impurity or making a person or thing pure.
The Bible uses purification in ceremonial, physical, moral, and spiritual contexts, including preparation for worship and cleansing from sin or uncleanness.
Key References
- Leviticus 12:1-8
- Leviticus 14:1-57
- Numbers 8:5-7
- Numbers 19:1-22
- Psalm 51:7
- Ezekiel 36:25
- Luke 2:22
- John 15:3
- Hebrews 9:13-14
- Hebrews 10:22
Related Terms
- Cleansing
- Clean
- Unclean
- Sanctification
- Holiness
- Atonement
- Sin