Gifts of the Holy Spirit

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also, Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit

The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit

  • wisdom
  • understanding
  • counsel
  • fortitude
  • knowledge
  • piety
  • fear of the Lord

Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Sacrament of Confirmation

"Confirmation" per the (CCC Glossary):

Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal of "confirm" the baptized in union with Christ and equip them for active participation in the worship and apostolic life of the Church.

Taxonomy of the Gifts

We can see a relationship, both hierarchical and circular, between the gifts

  • each supports, reinforces, and builds the others