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Anointing with Chrism

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The anointing with perfumed oil (chrism) added early to the laying on of hands to signify the gift of the Holy Spirit, highlighting the name 'Christian' meaning 'anointed' derived from Christ.

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Catechism of the Catholic Church © Libreria Editrice Vaticana