Anointing of the Sick
301. What is the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick?
This Sacrament is the anointing of the sick with holy oil, accompanied with prayer.
302. When is the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick given?
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is given when we are in danger of death by sickness.
303. What are the effects of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick?
Our Lord instituted the Sacrament of Penance when he breathed on his Apostles and gave them power to forgive sins, saying: 'Whose sins you shall forgive, they are forgiven.' John 20:23
304. What authority is there in Scripture for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick?
The authority in Scripture for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is in the 5th chapter of St. James, where it is said: 'Is any one sick among you? Let him bring in the priests of the Church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith shall save the sick man; and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he be in sins they shall be forgiven him'. James 5:14-15
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