Ointment () Perfumes for the toilet were extensively used in ancient as well as in modern times. The modern methods of extraction and preparation, however, were unknown, and the principal form of these luxuries was that of perfumed oils and pomades. The basis of the former was olive oil or some similar vegetable oil (e.g. … Continue reading “Ointment”
Oinomania
Oinomania SEE OENOMANIA. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
Oils, Holy
Oils, Holy A sacramental blessed by a bishop . There are three kinds: oil of catechumens, holy chrism, and oil of the sick. The first and third are pure olive oil; the chrism contains an admixture of balm or balsam. Each of them and their uses are described under their own titles. The use of … Continue reading “Oils, Holy”
Oil Tree
Oil Tree Oil Tree. A tree of uncertain identity. Many oil-producing trees mentioned in the Bible could be identified as the oil tree. Many authorities believe the oleaster or wild olive is the tree meant. It grew to a height of about 4. 5 to 6 meters (15-20 feet) and produced small bitter fruit resembling … Continue reading “Oil Tree”
oil stock
oil stock A cylindrical metal case usually made with three compartments screwed together, containing the Holy Oils for use on sick-calls. Letters on each part indicate the kind of oil therein. Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary
Oil Press
Oil-press No specific name for this occurs in the Bible, except in the name Gethsemane (q.v.); but the machine must have been of common use among the Hebrews, and remains of them are still of frequent occurrence in Palestine (see Thomson, Land and Book, 1:307). The upright posts stand in pairs about two feet apart, … Continue reading “Oil Press”
Oil, Olive
oil, olive Oil obtained from the pulp of olives. It is mixed with balsam in the making of chrism, which is used in the administration of certain sacraments. It represents the copious outpouring of sacramental grace which gives strength to the soul as oil does to the body. In the Old Testament God commanded that … Continue reading “Oil, Olive”
oil of the sick
oil of the sick One of the three holy oils. It is the “matter” of the sacrament of Extreme Unction, and is also used in the blessing of bells. Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary
Oil of Saints
oil of saints An oily substance which is said to have flowed, or still flows, from the relics or burial places of certain saints. Sometimes, the oil in lamps that burn before their shrines, the water that flows from the wells near their burial places, or the oil and water which in some way have … Continue reading “Oil of Saints”
oil of catechumens
oil of catechumens One of the three holy oils. It takes its name from its use in the ceremonies of Baptism, a catechumen being an instructed convert about to receive that sacrament. It is also called simply oleum sanctum (holy oil). It is also used in the consecration of churches, in the blessing of altars, … Continue reading “oil of catechumens”