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But humanity, created for an immortal destiny, is deathless; the revolutions which disturb it are purifying crises, invariably followed by more vigorous health.

From What is Property? by Proudhon, P.-J. (Pierre-Joseph)

Thus the Lord himself says, 'The work of sacrifice, giving, and austerities is not to be relinquished, but is indeed to be performed; for sacrifices, gifts, and austerities are purifying to the thoughtful.'

From The Vedanta-Sutras with the Commentary by Ramanuja — Sacred Books of the East, Volume 48 by Thibaut, George

But we are purifying it, we contribute money for the poor, we look after them—we, judge it for yourself, why should we mend another's rags, since we did not tear them?

From The Man Who Was Afraid by Bernstein, Herman

"Some people think they are purifying when they burn a rag," observed the Duke, serenely.

From The Ramrodders A Novel by Day, Holman