chrism

Example Sentences

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During the service, Charles will be anointed with holy Chrism oil, made using olives from the Mount of Olives and consecrated in Jerusalem.

From Reuters • May 4, 2023

She didn’t make it out alive, but a co-worker told son Chris Chrism that his mother was trying to protect others when the storm struck, WHAS-TV reported.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 17, 2021

This day hast thou eaten of the Bread of Life, and art anointed with the Holy Chrism.

From Aucassin & Nicolette And Other Mediaeval Romances and Legends by Mason, Eugene

Chrism and the oil of catechumens also are mentioned by many ancient Fathers.

From The Ceremonies of the Holy-Week at Rome by Baggs, Charles Michael

He anointed the thumb and fore-finger of each of their hands, and marked a cross on their heads with Chrism.

From The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ by Emmerich, Anna Catherine