Bierzmowany

Bierzmowany is a term used in the context of Polish Catholicism to describe a person who has received the sacrament of confirmation, also known as the sacrament of chrismation or confirmation. The sacrament of confirmation is one of the seven sacraments in the Catholic Church and is typically administered to individuals who have already received the sacraments of baptism and the Eucharist. The term "bierzmowany" is derived from the Polish word "bierzmować," which means "to confirm" or "to receive confirmation."

The sacrament of confirmation is administered by a bishop or a priest who anoints the candidate with chrism, a mixture of olive oil and balsam, on the forehead, while invoking the Holy Spirit. This anointing is a symbol of the gift of the Holy Spirit, which is believed to empower the confirmed person to live a life of faith and to be a witness to the Christian faith.

In Polish Catholicism, the sacrament of confirmation is often celebrated as a significant milestone in a person's spiritual journey. It is seen as a deepening of the baptismal grace and a strengthening of the individual's commitment to the Christian faith. The term "bierzmowany" is used to refer to individuals who have received this sacrament and to acknowledge their status as confirmed members of the Catholic Church.