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Do you have any books on the Advent Candles and in particular the story of each of the four candles and the first being the prophecy candle?
Yes, there are several books available that discuss the tradition of the Advent Candles and their significance, including the First Advent Candle representing prophecy. Some popular titles include "Advent and Christmas Wisdom from Henri J.M. Nouwen" and "The Advent Jesse Tree: Devotions for Children and Adults to Prepare for the Coming of the Christ Child at Christmas." You can find these books in your local bookstore or online retailers.
What color are the Christmas vestments?
The traditional liturgical vestments for Christmas are white and/or gold. During Advent, the lead-up to Christmas, they are purple, except for the Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday), when they are Rose (the exception being the Lutheran church, where they remain purple throughout Advent).
What do the candles mean on an advent ring?
There are, typically, 5 candles on an Advent Crown or Wreath. The four around the outside edge are red with a central candle being white. As each of the four Sundays in Advent are marked so each candle is lit and the central candle is only lit on Christmas Day. The first candle represents "Hope", the second God's "Peace", the third "Love" and the fourth "Joy". Obviously, the central candle reminds Christians that Jesus was born on Christmas Day. The Advent Crown or Wreath is significant in itself. During the period of Advent there are no flowers decorating the church but there is the Crown or Wreath made up of a circle of evergreen plants such as Holly and Ivy. The evergreen and circular nature of the Crown/Wreath reminds us that God does not change and the Holly is also a symbol of the Crown of Thorns that Jesus wore when He was crucified.
Why is the Advent Wreath so important?
The advent wreath prepares us for the coming of baby Jesus. The 4 candles signify the 4 weeks of advent in the season, each week a new candle is lit. There are 3 purple and 1 pink candles. The first candle, or the Prophet Candle, symbolizes the hope and anticipation of Christ's coming in the flesh as prophesied so many places in the Old Testament. The second candle recalls how Christ appeared in the flesh in humble manner, being born of a virgin in the insignificant village of Bethlehem. This is why this candle is often referred to as the Bethlehem Candle. The third candle is known as the Shepherds' Candle. It recalls the rejoicing of the shepherds when they departed after having seen the Christ-child in the stable. The fourth candle is the Angels' Candle. It reminds us of the heavenly host that announced the good news of our Savior's birth.
What does the first candle of advent symbolize?
It is called the prophecy candle. Isaiah foretold the birth of Jesus. The candle symbolizes our desire and hope for the return of our Lord Jesus.We have 4 advent candles and a white one for Christmas Eve. The first,second, and the fourth candle are purple and the third one is pink. During these 4 weeks, we prepare the coming of our Lord.
What color and how many candles are on an Advent wreath?
In the Catholic Church (The Church Christ Insititued) we use 3 purple and 1 pink candle, pink being the 3rd candle to be lit.IMPROVED ANSWER:In most Christian Churches, that celebrate advent they use candles the color of red.NEXT IMPROVED ANSWER:Advent is the season that marks the beginning of the Christian Church Year. The term comes from the Latin word adventus, which means coming or arrival. The season is thus one of preparation for the celebration of the feast of the Nativity of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day.The majority of Christian Churches, that celebrate advent use candles the color of red along with their advent wreath.
What does the pink candle stand for in advent?
The pink candle in an Advent wreath is used to represent Joy and the coming of Christmas. The pink candle comes following a tradition of Popes bestowing pink roses to citizens before the coming of Christmas.
What is the significance of advent prayers?
Advent is the period before Christmas. The prayers done in this period are to praise the upcoming birth of Jesus Christ and his deeds are being celebrated.
Why is the third advent candle pink?
It signifies an expectant joy- and as Pink is a mixture of Red and White ( red being one of the two traditional Christmas colors- the other being Green)- well it acknowledges that the Nativity and joy are near- Purple has passion and up to a point mourning, contexts, not so with Jaunty ( youthful) Pink. The parody on the song ( Do you hear what I hear)- about Jayne Mansfield does not figure in this context!
Does advent always start at the last Sunday of November?
No. It depends upon which day Christmas Day falls. There must be four Sundays in Advent. Therefore, if the first Sunday of Advent falls on December 1st, then the other three will fall on 8th, 15th and 22nd with Christmas being on 25th (Wednesday).However, as Christmas falls this year (2009) on a Friday, there are only three Sundays in December before Friday 25th, namely 6th, 13th and 20th and so, for this year, the first Sunday in Advent had to start in November (29th).Next year (2010) will be the same with the first Sunday of Advent starting on 28th November.In 2011 the first Sunday of Advent starts on Nov 27th, as Christmas falls on a Sunday and, again, there will not be four Sundays in December before Christmas Day.The next time Advent starts on the first Sunday in December will be in 2012 when it falls on Dec 2nd.
What are the five seasons in th Catholic church year?
In order, there is: Advent (preparation for Christmas) Christmas (Ordinary Time) Lent (preparation for Easter) Easter (Ordinary Time) Ordinary Time is the "Ordered Time" or "Time throughout the year" (in the Latin) outside of the four seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter.
What is the Christmas tradition of royalty in Poland?
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.
