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consolamentum

consolamentum

9.9
A special religious baptism given by Cathars in the Middle Ages
  • noun
  • /ˌkɒnsəˈlɑːməntəm/
  • Archaic
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  • Historians study the consolamentum to understand Cathar beliefs and rituals.

Examples

  • The consolamentum was considered essential for salvation by the Cathars.

  • Only a few chosen individuals were allowed to receive the consolamentum in Cathar communities.

  • The consolamentum was essential for salvation.

  • Many followers sought the consolamentum as a final rite.

  • Many followers believed that receiving the consolamentum would cleanse their souls and prepare them for the afterlife.

  • The consolamentum was seen by the Cathars as a vital step toward spiritual purity and enlightenment.

  • During medieval times, the consolamentum was performed in a solemn ceremony that marked the transition to a life of piety.

Synonyms

sacramentum
vsconsolamentum
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A religious ceremony like baptism or the Eucharist that gives God's blessing

is a specific medieval sect ritual performing a spiritual baptism

Surface Forms

consolamentum singular
consolamenta plural

Etymology

Consolamentum comes from Latin consolari 'to comfort' plus the ending -mentum that makes a noun for an 'action', so it originally meant an 'act of comforting'. The medieval Cathars used this word for their special spiritual baptism, a ritual they saw as a final 'comfort' or saving rite.