Christians believe that the "anointed" one is the promised Messiah and that when a person is anointed with oil that has been blessed by a member of the Clergy such as a priest, the Spirit of God will come upon this person being anointed.
Roman Catholic AnswerThe oil used in the various oils for anointing is pure olive oil. I believe it is purified by the manufacturer from which the diocese purchases it.
Anointing oil can be purchased at religious supply stores, online retailers, or directly from churches or ministries that specialize in spiritual products.
The term is "anointing" of the sick, and it is simply putting anointing oil on the person (usually on the head) and then praying for God to heal them.
In the Roman rite, 3 oils are used: Oleum infirmorum or Oil of the sick used in anointing of the sick Oleum catechumenorum or Oil of Catechumens used in anointing people at baptism Oleum Chrisma or Chrism which is used in anointing at confirmation and Holy Orders. All are olive oil with the addition of balsam in Chrism
"Through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit" Amen. "May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up." Amen.
It is made from a mixture of oil olives and balsam
The biblical anointing are of two kinds , one when a prophet anointed someone with oil to be king in the future , like Samuel did to David. The second oil is used to anoint sick people as well.
An anointment is an act of spreading or smearing something or someone with oil or other liquids.
Three of the most common annointings are, When one is anointed to a religious calling, anointing a babe at their christening and anointing a sick person so that a blessing may be given. The oil used in these religious anointing is usually Olive Oil, or water in the case of the babe.
Frankincense anointing oil is used in religious or spiritual practices for its symbolic significance and purifying properties. It is believed to represent purification, protection, and spiritual connection. The act of anointing with frankincense oil is often seen as a way to invoke blessings, cleanse negative energies, and enhance spiritual experiences.
Because the apostles did it, (Acts 8.17)
James 5:14 = Is any sick among you? Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: