What are the 7 sacraments and gives its meaning?

Answer 1

A sacrament is a visible sign instituted by Jesus Christ in order to give use grace and to make us holy. The seven sacraments are Baptism, Reconciliation, Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, Holy Orders, and the Anointing of the Sick.

These seven are those recognized by the Roman Catholic church. The Protestant church recognizes only two, baptism and Communion, holding that according to Scripture these are the only two authorized directly by Jesus.

AnswerA sacrament is an outward sign of inward grace in that it bears its image and is its cause. It is a sacred and mysterious sign or ceremony, ordained by Christ, by which grace is conveyed to our souls. In every sacrament three things are necessary: the outward sign, the inward grace, Divine institution. Sacraments do not naturally signify grace; they do so because they have been chosen by God to signify mysterious effects. Against all innovators, the Council of Trent declared: "If anyone say that the sacraments of the New Law do not contain the grace which they signify, or that they do not confer grace on those who place no obstacle to the same, let him be anathema" (Sess. viii, can.vi). "If anyone say that grace is not conferred by the sacraments ex opere operato but that faith in God's promises is alone sufficient for obtaining grace, let him be anathema"

A sacrament is a spiritual covenant between God and man. We take upon ourselves the name of the Lord, to remember his blood which was shed for us and his body which was broken for us. We remember the atonement that he made for us. A sacrament is an outward sign of inward grace in that it bears its image and is its cause. In every sacrament three things are necessary: the outward sign, the inward grace, Divine institution. In biblical times, there were may sacraments held for all kinds of reasons, none pertained to that of the sacrament to our Lord but to other gods of the time. The Sacraments are seven in number: Baptism, Confirmation, Penance, Holy Eucharist, Holy Orders, Matrimony, Anointing of the Sick.
a formal religious act conferring a specific grace upon those who receive it.

Answer 2

In Catholicism the seven sacraments are Baptism, Penance, Eucharist, Confirmation, Matrimony, Holy Orders and Anointing of the Sick. The meaning of Baptism is introducing a believer into the Church, Penance is the forgiveness of sins, Eucharist is the receiving of the Body and Blood of Christ, Confirmation is receiving the Holy Spirit and reaffirming one's faith in God, Matrimony is the joining of man and woman in a loving relationship before God, Holy Orders means joining the priesthood and Anointing of the Sick is the belief that God will lead one to eternal life after death.

Answer 3

The seven sacraments are the efficacious signs that Our Blessed Lord established while he was on earth to give grace to his people.

Initiation

Baptism (makes one a child of God, and puts one in a state of grace)

Confirmation (completes baptism and strengthens the gifts of the Holy Spirit)

Eucharist (the gift of Our Blessed Lord's actual Body and Blood to strengthen you to lead a holy and Christian life))

Healing

Anointing of the sick

Reconciliation (confessing your sins and receiving God's absolution through the priest) Usually done in a reconciliation room or other private place.

Commitment

Marriage (union of man and wife before God)

Holy orders (priesthood)

Answer 4

1. Baptism: The entry into the Christian life.

2. Confession: To repent of one's own sins.

3. Communion: Receiving the Body and Blood Of Christ.

4. Confirmation: Receiving the Holy Spirit.

5. Matrimony: Marriage.

6. Holy Orders: Ordination into the priesthood.

(Consecration of virgins for nuns.)

7. Anointing of the sick: The Last Rites.

Answer 5

The seven sacraments of the Catholic Church are as follows:

Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, Penance, Holy Orders, Matrimony, Extreme Unction.

In Baptism, we are washed clean of Original Sin and all other sins we may have committed before receiving the Sacrament. We are admitted to the family of God and become rightful heirs to the Kingdom (Eternal Life). However, while Baptism is essential to salvation, it is just the first step on our journey back to God. While the stain of original sin is removed by the Baptismal water, the effect of that sin remains. Thus we are weak and easily tempted by Satan and fall into sin again and again.

Confirmation is really part 2 of the Baptismal sacrament. Jesus tells us we must be anointed with water and the spirit in order to be saved. Confirmation then is the anointing of the Holy Spirit and comes when we are mature enough and have been properly taught the catechism and are determined to follow Christ in a holy life.

Holy Communion is the most marvelous and mysterious sacrament we can receive. In Holy Communion we receive The Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ, as spiritual food for our souls. It was at the last supper, Christ instituted this sacrament along with that of Holy Orders. Jesus shed every drop of His precious blood in a most terrible way when He allowed Himself to be crucified on Calvary as a sacrifice to the Eternal Father for our sins. At the last supper, He offered bread and wine and declared; This is My Body, This is My Blood, Do this in memory of Me. The Holy mass therefore is a re-enactment of the sacrifice of Calvary offered each time anew to God the Father in atonement for our sins. It is the exact same sacrifice as Calvary although celebrated in an un-bloody manner. At the words of the consecration said by the Priest who stands in the person of Christ, the Bread and Wine are transubstantiated into the Body and Blood of Christ and given as spiritual food to the faithful. It is imperative to understand that this is not just a symbolic gesture, but a reality, The priest uses the words of Christ in the first person:- This is My Body....., This is My Blood....etc. For those who doubt, there are many examples of Eucharistic Miracles recorded. It is also a grave requirement that those who receive the Sacred species must be free of serious sin and be in the state of Grace, being of course also Baptised Catholics. To receive Holy Communion in an unworthy manner is a grave sin of sacrilege. Satan knows well of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist and many many sacred hosts are stolen for Black masses, where Christ is audaciously mocked by satans followers.

Holy Communion properly received is vital for our salvation. Jesus Himself tells us "I tell you solemnly, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His Blood, you shall not have life in you" (Eternal Life)

The Sacrament of Penance then is where we can prepare to receive Holy Communion. God knows we have a weak and sinful nature, so in His Mercy, He forgives us our sins in this most beautiful sacrament. The Priest, His appointed minister hears the confession of the penitent and if satisfied that there is true contrition, grants absolution for the sins confessed. Even the holiest of saints used this sacrament regularly. It is of course to Jesus that we actually confess our sins and it is He who forgives us. The priest, like at mass stands in the Person of Christ and usually his words of encouragement to the penitent are inspired by Jesus. St. Faustina's Diary on Divine Mercy gives a terrific insight into the Mercy of God and this vital sacrament.

The Sacrament of Holy Orders is where Priests are ordained to minister to the flock. They are the ones who sacrifice themselves to be of service to the people of God. It is only they who can offer the sacrifice of the Mass, only they who can hear confessions in the Sacrament of Penance, only they who can make Jesus present in Holy Communion. It is called Holy Orders as it follows from the instruction of Christ at the last supper when He instituted this sacrament and ordained the 12 apostles. Priesthood is a special vocation and only those who are called by Christ can be ordained. Celibacy is an important part of Priesthood, as a priest is in fact married to Christ and must serve Him alone. It is therefore a demanding role which needs the support of the faithful by prayer and love. It is a very precious gift from God, for without the Priesthood we cannot be saved from our sins.

Matrimony is a sacrament where a Catholic man and woman solemnly vow to remain faithful to each other in a life long commitment to marriage. They pledge before God to love, honour and obey each other until death do they part. They agree to welcome any children, the fruit of marriage as a blessing from God. In this way, secure and loving homes are created for the good welfare of children and their sound upbringing. It is also the means by which men and women can lead saintly lives and earn a high place in heaven. Women who feel they have a right to be priests should take heart from the fact that God needs loving and fruitful mothers to provide young men for the priesthood. The vocation of Motherhood is just as important as the Priesthood.

Extreme Unction is a special sacrament reserved for the sick and dying. Often referred to as the Last Rites, it is given to those facing death as a means of defense against the attacks of Satan who tries to wrench souls to his grasp when they are at their weakest.

The hour of death is the toughest time for a soul and is the reason why in the Hail Mary and other prayers we constantly invoke the help of Our Lady as we say:- "Pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death" Amen.

The seven sacraments then are precious gifts from God, designed to help us on the road to salvation. Without them we cannot be saved.