holy oils
Consecrated liturgical ointments
Holy oils are oils consecrated for religious use, particularly in Christian sacraments.
Chrism, oil of catechumens, and oil of the sick are the three traditional varieties in Catholic and Orthodox practice, used in baptism, confirmation, ordination, and anointing the dying.
The oils are typically olive-based and blessed by a bishop during Holy Week.
- consecrationDedicating to sacred purpose
- ordinationClergy appointment ceremony
- anointingCeremonial oil application
- laying on handsHealing through physical contact
- balmHealing topical preparation
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