Shansi was then immersed in a large wooden tub of river water, in a ceremony almost identical to the Christian baptismal rite. After the verbal profession of faith, a cleansing was also required.
The cleansing was divided into minor and major ablutions. The minor ablution required only washing the hands, rinsing the mouth, washing the face, and wiping the feet. The major ablution, however, was like a Christianity baptism, demanding that the entire body be bathed and cleansed.
It symbolized the convert's transition from an impure state to the pure state of Islam.
Shansi was then draped in a long robe, and Musa crowned him for a second time, placing the golden headdress of the deceased Imam Hussein upon his damp hair.
Afterward, he was bestowed with a Sword and a Shield. He was then required to kiss a Quran handwritten by an Imam, as well as the body of Imam Hussein, which was brought out into the sunlight so the entire crowd could see the Saint.
