The candles are typically placed on the wreath and each one has its own meaning that is meant to focus on the different aspects of getting ready for Christmas. If you've never used an Advent ...

The Paschal candle represents Christ, the Light of the World. The pure beeswax of which the candle is made represents the sinless Christ who was formed in the womb of His Mother. The wick ...

The Christmas candle has a significant symbolic meaning for Christian households. The candle represents the light of Christ which brings hope, joy and peace to the world. Lord Jesus is often ...

A rare clay candle from the late Roman period, decorated with the symbol of the menorah, an incense burner, and a lulav, was recently uncovered during an archaeological excavation by the Israel ...

“The origins of the Christian candle symbolism are rooted in ancient Jewish traditions … early Christians adopted this tradition and infused it with their symbolism and meaning.” Klein ...