Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chrismation

noun

ˈkriz-mā-shən

Definition

Chrismation is the sacramental rite of anointing with holy chrism, often associated with the Christian sacrament of confirmation.

Examples

After the baptism ceremony, the priest performed the chrismation to confirm the child’s faith.
Chrismation is an important step in the Orthodox Christian tradition, marking the individual’s full entry into the church.

Meaning

In many Christian traditions, chrismation symbolizes the sealing of the Holy Spirit and the initiation of a person into the faith, typically performed after baptism.