The Mormon is required to amass as much genealogical material as possible concerning his ancestors and to assure that the various proxy rituals are done for them. Only in this way can he have any hope of attaining the fullness of salvation as a god himself. A word is in order concerning one of the temple rituals that has been most open to comment and confusion. After having removed his street clothes, the initiate is given a white cloth shield, similar to a poncho or a flowing chasuble. Men and women are of course completely separated.
Male workers conduct the ritual for the men, female workers for the women.
The procedure consists of the worker touching various parts of the patron's body, first with a few drops of water, and then with oil. A blessing is given for each of the parts affected. The entire performance is conducted modestly and respectfully. At the conclusion. These are simply two-piece, stylized undergarments with embroidered markings.