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It represents a slap more than a touch, I for got my confirmation but I think the "Slap" is to signify that you have become a soldier of christ.
Since the reform of the Rite of Confirmation in 1971, this is no longer done. In the older rite, the bishop would strike each candidate on the cheek, symbolizing that the Christian is now a soldier for Christ and must endure suffering and the persecution that comes from conflict with the world. This was supposed to be done gently, although I'm sure there are many parents and grandparents among us who may recall a rather robust reminder by the bishop of the trials of the Catholic life!
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∙ 12y agoTo transfer the Holy Spirit into the candidate. It was an ancient sign performed by the early apostles.
The oil of Chrism (anointing with oil) is put on the candidates forehead after the laying of hands. This means the Holy Spirit is sealed in them and it removes any old sins.
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∙ 10y agoBecause it is when the young person makes an adult decision to remain within the Church.
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∙ 10y agoIt is s a sign that the candidate may experience trouble or even persecution for his/her commitment to his/her Christian faith.
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∙ 14y agoIt is not really slapping on the face,but it is to anoint your forehead.
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∙ 12y agoto tell you, that you are chosen! :)
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Did it used to be a custom for Polish Catholics to be slapped by the Bishop for their Confirmation?
Pre Vatican II it was the custom for the bishop to tap each confirmed person on the cheek everywhere in the Church, not just in Poland. It was hardly felt. It was not really much of a slap. I know I approached confirmation with a bit of trepidation when I was a child, fearing that slap that never came.
When was Slap in the Face created?
Slap in the Face was created in 1997.
Slap the out of somebody?
kick them in the shin and when they lean over slap them in the face
You mad at your dad what do you do?
Slap him in the face.
How do you hit in lacrosse?
slap them in the face
What would happen if you slap someone on the face?
if the person you slap, your face will probably turn red. ( If you are a girl, then you probably stomp out of the room)
What is Bishop Gorman?
a bishop gorman is your face
You spurned his proposal with a slap on his face is the line correct grammatically?
yess it is almost correct... bt "on his face" is NT necessary becoz, a slap itself means, its on d face..
What is the slap in confirmation?
"The slap, often omitted in ceremonies today because of modern sympathies, is to remind the confirmed that he or she must be ready to stay true and defend the Faith even in the face of death. The slap is a grim reminder that the Christian life carries with it a responsibility and gravity that may bring sorrows as well as joys; one must be always ready to be martyred for the faith."
What did the five fingers say to the face?
Slap!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How do you talk to a girl who is shy?
slap her in the face
How can you get sacked?
Slap your boss in the face, but not recommended.
