Catholic Word of the Day: BALM, BALSAM, 02-08-11

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BALM, BALSAM

Aromatic viscous fluid from the terebinth tree and other plants. In cathedral-churches on Holy Thursday blessed balm is mixed with olive oil and then poured into the oil of the holy chrism. In the administration of some sacraments and for other blessings in the church, this holy chrism is used.

All items in this dictionary are from Fr. John Hardon's Modern Catholic Dictionary, © Eternal Life. Used with permission.

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Does anyone attend the Chrism Mass from your church? Every parish is represented so that their church can receive the Holy Oils for the upcoming year.

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Being Catholic: Sacred Things, Holy Oils

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