What are the sacraments and what are their important symbols?

Sacraments are sacred rites recognized as means of divine grace in many Christian traditions, particularly in Catholicism, Orthodoxy, and some Protestant denominations. The seven major sacraments are Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Important symbols associated with these sacraments include water (Baptism), bread and wine (Eucharist), oil (Anointing of the Sick), and the laying on of hands (Holy Orders). These symbols serve to convey spiritual truths and facilitate a deeper connection with the divine.