Welcome to the Witchipedia's glossary of occult terms. Here you will find terms often used in the Pagan, Heathen, magical and occult communities that may confuse a newcomer. This encyclopedia of magical terminology is a wonderful place to get started if you don't know where to start in the Witchipedia. If you don't see the term you are looking for here, feel free to bring your question to the community in our forums or Ask A Witch!
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Purification
Purification refers to the removal of impurities or unwanted influences, toxins, filth, negative energies, etc. in order to leave a pure or at least less polluted product. Many magical practitioners engage in purification ceremonies before performing magical work. They may purify themselves, their tools and/or their ritual space in order to begin their magical work with a clean slate. As water may be purified by boiling destroy bacteria, filtering to remove sediment or heavy metals or distilled...
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