Confirmation (Catholic Church)

Christian sacrament

A Latin Rite bishop administering confirmation in the 14th century. Seven Sacraments Altarpiece by Rogier Van der Weyden.

Confirmation is one of the seven sacraments through which Catholics pass in the process of their religious upbringing. According to Catholic doctrine, in this sacrament they are sealed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit and are strengthened in their Christian life.