noun
- plural of chrismation; the Christian sacramental anointing with consecrated oil (chrism), typically performed during baptism or confirmation in Orthodox and some other Christian traditions
Usage: religious/liturgical term; primarily used in Orthodox Christianity and some Catholic contexts
Examples
- The chrismations of the newly baptized infants took place during the Easter vigil.
- In Orthodox tradition, chrismations are an essential part of the baptismal rite.
- The bishop performed several chrismations at the cathedral on Pentecost Sunday.
- Historical records document the chrismations of converts throughout the medieval period.