Thus for example the different views about chrismation and confirmation must be brought closer together. |
The chrismation effects as well as symbolizes the gift of the Holy Spirit. |
As in the West, baptism was delegated to presbyters, but so, too, was the chrismation rite. |
Then, in due course, they are baptized and undergo chrismation, a sacrament similar to confirmation. |
According to the Orthodox view baptism and chrismation find their fulfilment in the eucharist. |
These five lectures, known as the Mystagogical Catecheses, explained the significance of sacraments such as baptism, chrismation and Eucharist. |