Rituals play a central role in many religions. Can you explain the purpose and significance of rituals?  I'd like to understand how rituals contribute to individual faith, community building, and the transmission of religious beliefs.

Can you provide some examples of rituals from different religious traditions and explain their symbolism and meaning?  How do these rituals connect to the core values and beliefs of those traditions? 
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