Rituals are actions that are performed that are present and repeatable. They are an essential feature of religion that connects an individual to their God or gods. Rituals can take a variety of forms, and dancing, singing, chanting, prayer, and fasting are all ritual practices. While many different cultures and religions across the world have rituals in celebration for the birth of children, coming-of-age, marriage, and death, not all are completely accepted by the world.