Making sacred is the act of CONSECRATION, which is the process of making something holy or sacred. It is often used in religious ceremonies and rituals to signify a spiritual transformation. CONSECRATION is also used to dedicate objects, places, and people to a higher purpose. This can be done through prayer, anointing, or other symbolic acts. In some cases, it is believed that the act of CONSECRATION can bring about a spiritual connection between the object, place, or person being consecrated and a higher power.