100% Beeswax Chrism Scented Octagon Taper Candle
Chrism is the most important of the holy oils consecrated by the Bishop and is used in the administration of the Sacraments. It is comprised of olive oil, balsam, and aromatics according the Bishop’s preference. Olive oil, sacramentally, is an important symbol for the Sacraments. Oil is fuel for the flame, a healing balm for the sick, a strengthening unguent for the athlete, and so naturally suggests illumination, assuaging of pain, and strength. In the blessing of the balsam for the Chrism the Bishop says: “We entreat You to hear our prayers that these fragrant tears of the dry bark which, trickling down from a fruitful branch, supply us with a rich ointment for the anointing of the priesthood, may be made acceptable to You for Your sacraments and sanctify them by giving Your blessing… may it be seasoned for us, Lord, with a joyous faith; making it a lasting Chrism for the anointing of the priesthood; make it worthy to be used in impressing the sign of Your heavenly standard; that whoever after being born again by Your holy Baptism, shall be anointed with this ointment, may obtain the fullness of Your blessing in body and soul, and ever be enriched by the blessed faith given to them.” The blessings go on to remember the use of oil in the Old Testament such as the anointing of King David, and speaks of Christ being the Anointed One. Chrism is imposed at Baptism, Confirmation and Ordination, the Sacraments in which the person anointed receives a character, an indelible mark that forever changes his soul and conforms it more to Christ’s image.
This candle does not contain actual blessed Chrism. But it is infused with olive oil, balsam and similar aromatics to mimic the scent and remind us of all “these” things that Chrism symbolizes for us. This candle was designed to be used in various ceremonies for the different Sacraments within the Catholic Church. It can be used as a First Holy Communion candle for a child, or for a couple during their Matrimony Ceremony, for those who need a candle for a Baptism, and can even be used for Ordinations. The candle has a smooth bottom to allow for easy holding to be used for these ceremonies. The candle is an off white color.
This locally hand crafted 100% beeswax taper candle is octagon in shape measuring approximately 10"h x 3/4"w. The candle releases negative ions when they burn, which purifies the air. It is made with 100% pure, gently triple-filtered, unbleached beeswax and 100% pure cotton wick. Taper take approximately 8-10 hours to burn.
1 candle per pack
Please note: The candle is not blessed, but if you would like us to have it blessed before shipping it to you, we will be more than happy to have that done. Please put a note in the comment section of your order at checkout.