Yes, the oil called Chrism, used at baptism, confirmation, and priest hood, is an olive oil with scented perfume usually from balsam tree or shrub
Balsam is a variety of evergreen, not a type of wood.
It is the table at the front of the church, usually made of wood or marble. It is where the Eucharist is celebrated.
Alexander Wood has written: 'Ecclesiastical antiquities of London and its suburbs' -- subject(s): Accessible book, History, Catholic Church, Church history
Balsam fir is a type of wood. It is a soft wood.
The density of poplar, balsam wood is 0.331 grams/cm3. The density of poplar, yellow wood is 0.427 grams/cm3.
No. I think you're thinking of balsa wood, which is very soft and light. Balsam is a type of cedar and not remarkably light, nor especially soft.
The Catholic Church in this time would sell indulgences. An indulgence is a item that they thought was a bone or item from a saint. Pieces of the wood were often sold as from the "true cross." Wealthy patrons also paid the church for forgiveness of their sins.
Susan K. Wood has written: 'Sacramental orders' -- subject(s): Clergy, Doctrines, Catholic Church, Office, Ordination 'One baptism' -- subject(s): Baptism
yes, because it veins are not parallel and the stem are wood
No it does not! Your good there.
yes
Archbishop Wood Catholic High School was created in 1964.