They are purely symbolic just like the whole Christian religion. Do we need to be reminded that Christ was a Jew? If Christians really wanted to walk the path of Christ and follow his teachings they would be Jews, observe Jewish tradition, and celebrate Jewish holidays. Im sure if Christ truly did exist he would frown upon a religion based on him. And why is there no record of an adolescent Christ. Surely it would serve as an inspiration to adolescents during this difficult time in life.
Jesus is the light of the world and the candle represents the spreading the Light of the world going into the dark world!
The candles on the Advent wreath represent the coming of the light of Christ. The three purple candles represent hope, love, and peace.
purpose of candles on a ofrenda
its just a blessing cross
Candles can represent lots of things
the candles represent that Jesus is the light if the world.
Simile---compares candles to angels
Unity, self-determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith are what the seven candles represent in kwanzaa. The candles are color coded. Three are red, one is black, and three are green. The previously mentioned colors are arranged in left-to-right order.
it represented freedom and civilization
respect, leadership, honsety, citizenship, and character. :)
They represent personal style and preference, but they have no actual significance to the holiday.
Candles are often symbolic of hope, enlightenment, remembrance, and celebration. They can also represent spirituality, guidance, and the bringing of light into darkness.
The Sacrament of Holy Communion, slso known as the Eucharist.