About Orthodoxy
The Seven Holy Mysteries
The Orthodox Church commonly speaks of seven major sacraments, also called Holy Mysteries.
Expanded explanation
The Orthodox Church commonly speaks of seven major sacraments, also called Holy Mysteries. These are visible encounters with God's grace within the life of the Church. The Seven Holy Mysteries are Baptism, Chrismation, Holy Eucharist, Confession, Marriage, Holy Orders, and Holy Unction. The Eucharist is the center of the Church's sacramental life, uniting believers with Christ and one another.
Orthodox significance
The Seven Holy Mysteries: 1. Baptism, 2. Chrismation, 3. Holy Eucharist, 4. Confession, 5. Marriage, 6. Holy Orders, 7. Holy Unction. The Eucharist is the center of the Church's sacramental life, uniting believers with Christ and one another.