What is the symbolic meaning of a candle?

Answer 1

Asking the symbolic meaning of anything is not a good question because symbolism is all tied into context. Candles on a birthday cake have a far different meaning than candles used in religious ceremonies or those used in a pagan ritual. Sometimes a candle is just a way to infuse an odor into the air, or sometimes simply as a relaxing dim light. A better way to ask this question and clarify it would be "What is the symbolic meaning of a candle in ______________________?" Revelation 1:20 The mystery of the seven stars which thou sawest in my right hand, and the seven golden candlesticks. The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches: and the seven candlesticks which thou sawest are the seven churches.

Answer 2

Spiritually, the candle flame means the fire of the Holy Ghost. Hope this helps.