lesson 12 Flashcards
What is the Syriac origin of the word Mamodisa and what is its meaning?
The word ‘mamodisa’ (baptism) has originated from the Syriac word ‘mamoodeso’. This
word has meanings such bath, purification, e
Which are the divine gifts received through Baptism
By receiving the Holy Qurbana,
organ of messiah
Write briefly the order of performance of Baptism in the Holy Church
The water for Baptism is prepared by mixing hot water and cold water, moderately.
Normally Baptism is performed in the Baptism tub. But where there is no convenience for that,
other convenient things such as basin can be used. Baptism is given in the name of the Father
and of the Son and the Holy Spirit. The one who obtains baptism (verbalised by the Godparent
in child baptism) forsakes Satan and everything that belongs to him and accepts Messiah and
believes in all the teachings entrusted by Him.
At the beginning of the liturgy olive oil is used to make three signs of Cross on the
forehead as the symbol of grafting us, who were wild olive, to Christ, the true olive. (Romans
11:17). Usually the name of the Godparent is given to the baptized as their baptismal name. The
baptismal name is typically that of a saint. By this, the ideals, prayer, protection and intercession
of a Holy saint is obtained. Holy Mooron is anointed after being baptized. This is for becoming
the Son of God by the Holy Spirit through Christ. Placing of a Crown indicates that the baptized
has become free from Satan and sin. At the end of the Baptism, Holy Eucharist (Qurbana) is
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What is the meaning of the word Mooron and who performs the consecration of Mooron?
The word Mooron originated from the Syriac word “moor” which mean scented oil
What is the relation between Christian and anointment of Mooron
Christ originates from the word “Christose” which means “anointed.” “Christoi” is the plural
form of “Christose” and means the anointed ones. Thus, the Christian who is the follower of
Christ, is the anointed.
