II. The Signs and the Rite of Confirmation

From The Catechism of the Catholic Church

1293
In treating the rite of Confirmation, it is fitting to consider the sign of
anointing and what it signifies and imprints: a spiritual seal.
Anointing, in Biblical and other ancient symbolism, is rich in meaning: oil is
a sign of abundance and joy;¹⁰² it cleanses (anointing before and after
a bath) and limbers (the anointing of athletes and wrestlers); oil is a sign of
healing, since it is soothing to bruises and wounds;¹⁰³ and it makes
radiant with beauty, health, and strength.

PART TWO: THE CELEBRATION OF THE CHRISTIAN MYSTERY

SECTION TWO THE SEVEN SACRAMENTS OF THE CHURCH
- CHAPTER ONE THE SACRAMENTS OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION
  - Article 2 THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION
    - II. The Signs and the Rite of Confirmation

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