Advent is in secular time, the time in which we prepare for Christmas. The first coming of Christ in the Incarnation. Advent is the time in which the faithful prepare themselves spiritually for the SECOND COMING of Christ.
It is only important if you are Christian. There are many other religions/ideaologies that do not believe in advent.
But, if you are Christian, advent is the first season in the calendar of the Church year. It includes the four Sundays before Christmas.
Because its believed to be Christ's birthday by most within Christianity - but not all.
Advent is important because it is when we prepare for Christmas
Advent means event a special day someone might plan something
Information on where to buy an advent wreath can be found on religious websites and special occasions websites. They can also be found on ebay and Amazon.
advent calendar
The Advent calendar has special meaning during the holiday season. Created in the 19th century by Lutheran Germans, the calendar counts down the days until Christmas, typically in December.
Advent is the four weeks preceding Christmas.
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Advent
It lays out the liturgical year indicates periods such as Lent, Easter, Advent, Christmas, and also special days and feasts for saints.
Traditionally, Advent is an important season in the Polish year, with special church services, known as Roraty, being held every morning at 6am. The four Sundays of Advent are said to represent the 4,000 years of waiting for Christ.
The Advent Wreath is put up on the first Sunday of Advent.
Advent ("coming") is the church season immediately preceding Christmas.
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