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11 MUHPATTI PADILEHAN (Symbolical purification with Kerchief)
1. (Unfold Muhpatti, hold it vertically in both hands then say-)
These are the words for purification, I wish to abandon feelings of attachment in worldly pleasures.
2. (Hold the Muhpatti, with making pleats)
I wish to respect the noble Gods, Guru and religion. I wish to renounce false Gods, Guru and religion. I wish to uphold right knowledge, right faith and right conduct.
3. (Hold the Muhpatti in right hand, move it around your wrist and back of the palm)
I wish to abandon the hesitation and confusion. I wish to have the discipline with mind, speech and body.
4. (Hold the Muhpatti in left hand and do as in No.3)
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