Last rites

The Last Rites, also known as Anointing of the Sick, is a Christian sacrament given to a seriously ill or dying person. It involves prayers, receiving Communion, and anointing with holy oil to comfort, heal, and prepare the individual spiritually for death. The rite seeks to provide grace, peace, and forgiveness, reaffirming faith in God's mercy. While traditionally associated with Catholicism, similar practices exist in other Christian denominations. It is a spiritual support designed to help the person face illness or death with hope and trust in God's care.