DWQA QuestionsCategory: ReligionsIn the article on 8 Ways to use Holy Water, it is suggested that a priest bless your vehicle and sprinkle it with holy water. We know that the priest is adding his intention that the car and all future passengers be safe in the vehicle. To what extent will the power, efficacy, and even duration of the blessing depend on the belief quotient and strength of the partnership the priest has with the divine? https://www.getfed.com/8-ways-to-use-holy-water-5699
Nicola Staff asked 3 years ago
The belief quotient of the priest is all-important with respect to his contribution to the human intention making possible a divine intervention through this ritual. When a human uses the holy water, they bring their own intention to bear as well. That can either amplify the intention further or diminish it depending on their personal limitations, but the two will add together so the variability of the priest is only one factor. The person using the holy water, or receiving it, will add their own intention. If their belief quotient is quite high, the priest contribution is unneeded.