Anointing

Anointing (/əˈnɔɪntɪŋ/) is a ritual act of applying oil or another substance to a person or object, often in religious or healing contexts.

The term "anointing" comes from the Old English anoint, derived from the Latin inunctus, past participle of inungere meaning "to smear on."

The word is pronounced as /əˈnɔɪntɪŋ/.

Anointing of the Sick: A sacrament of the Catholic Church that involves anointing a person's forehead and hands with oil, usually in the context of serious illness or near death.
Chrism: A mixture of oil and balsam, consecrated and used for anointing in some Christian rites.
Consecration: The act of dedicating something or someone to a divine purpose, often involving anointing.
Unction: Another term for anointing, particularly in a religious context.
Sacrament: A religious ceremony or act that is seen as an outward and visible sign of inward and spiritual divine grace, often involving anointing.

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