INTRODUCTIONS TO WORLD RELIGIONS
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Discussion:
Purity and impurity:
Concepts of purity and impurity are global and integrated into most religions and
regions of the world. In Judaism, the concept of purity refers to the removal of dirt and at the
same time, this concept overlaps with other perceptions such as sanctification and healing
(Rogan, 2018). Judaism purity laws are deeply rooted in the perception of individuals and
purity refers to the actions, substances that represent holiness. In other words, purity is
considered as a natural preparation for circumstances of religious experience, encountering
the divine as well as visiting sanctuaries to perform regular sacrifice (Cohen, 2017). On the
other hand, the concepts of impurity include diverse conditions such as repelling substances,
body fluid, presence of diseases, sexual contacts, contagion by contact. Hence, it provided a
map to the cultural system regarding the ways one can alter their behaviour.
The implication for nursing practice is that it will provide nursing professionals with the
opportunity to provide culturally safe practice. Proper nursing care of Jewish patients requires
consideration of these concepts of purity and impurity as the incorporation of these concepts
facilitates the process of care and respect for the dignity of the patients. The patients feel
empowered and safe to seek clinical services.
Judaism influencing end of life decision:
Decisions regarding medical care of the terminally ill represent a range of Jewish
ethical and legal challenges. Since the end of life care also mandates caring for the
psychological and spiritual needs of the patient, Judaism influences the end of life care
decisions (Cypess, 2019) In this case, the end of care support should be given to the patients
according to the Judaism rituals and treatment procedure must be discussed with the family
members and a rabbi. Many patients may refuse to accept palliative care because due to the

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