Candles

Any size that will burn at least one-half hour during or after twilight.

The eight nights the candles kept burning for the people in the hide out

The paschal candle is a large white candle that represents Christ's presence in the midst of a worshiping community. Most often lit during the season of Easter, it symbolizes God's resurrected presence that shines the light of Christ's glory in our lives. It's also often lit at funerals to tie the new life of the deceased to the resurrection of Jesus. The large white shape of the candle alludes to the piller of cloud (by day) and the flame the pillar of fire (by night) that was the presence of God leading the people of Israel in the desert after their exodus from slavery in Egypt.

'Lighting a candle' is part of a prayer ritual. The lighting of a candle is used to pray for something or someone. In Church, candles are lit and prayed over for certain intentions. Basically, that's what it means. For more information, click on the 'Related Links' below'. Lighting a candle in Thailand means letting go ones soul. That's basically what it mean?right?

The colors of Kwanzaa are black, red and green; black for the people, red for their struggle, and green for the future and hope that comes from their struggle.

The black candle represents the first principle Umoja (unity) and is placed in the center of the kinara.

The red candles represent the principles of Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujamaa (cooperative economics) and Kuumba (creativity) and are placed to the left of the black candle.

The green candles represent the principles of Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Nia (purpose) and Imani (faith) and are placed to the right of the black candle.

The black candle is lit first on the first day of the celebration. And the remaining candles are lit afterwards from left to right (not alternating) on the following days.

This procedure is to indicate that the people come first, then the struggle and then the hope that comes from the struggle. Each day the candles are re-lit in order. Each day, emphasis should be put on the meaning of the principle and how you have and plan to exhibit that principle throughout the year.

"The day" began at sundown, so just one candle so far. After sundown today, another candle is to be lit.

Answer 2

That's unclear. The answer is TWO candles, at or after sundown (December 17, 2014.

On the first night you light 1, then you add 1 each night ultimately lighting 8 on the final evening. Each night, an extra helper-candle is used to light the others and then it also remains lit.

You need a total of 44 candles.

I'm not sure but I was taught that Easter is a season of Resurrection. It also symbolizes Jesus as the light of the world which dispels all darkness and evil. Therefore symbolically we have the paschal candle to be blessed and lit on the eve and the vigil of Easter.

They each represent one of the 7 principles. The seven principles are: umoja (unity), kujichagulia(self-determination), ujima (collective work and responsibility), ujamaa (cooperative economics), nia(purpose), kuumba (creativity), and imani(faith).

There is a candle for each night of the holiday plus an extra one called the "shamash", meaning "attendant". That's the one you use to light the other candles each night.
Technically, you're not allowed to use the Chanukah lights for personal benefit (eg. reading) so the "shamash" is also there to use in case of emergency (eg. a blackout).

Answer:
There are eight candles to commemorate the eight days of the miracle (plus a ninth candle which is used for the reasons given above). Here is the background information:
The Seleucids (Syrian-Greeks) under Antiochus Epiphanes (2nd century BCE), at the instigation of the Hellenizers, had forbidden various Torah-practices in Judea, such as Sabbath-observance and circumcision, rededicated the Temple to a Greek idol, and pressed the Jews to offer up idolatrous sacrifices. Despite being heavily outnumbered, the Hasmoneans (a family of religious Jews) fought to retake the Holy Temple, which had been seized by the Seleucids, and to enable the people to once again observe the Torah. The Hasmoneans (also called Maccabees) were miraculously victorious. When they reached the Temple grounds, they immediately reconsecrated it to God. As part of this action, they relit the Menorah (Exodus ch.25), which was fueled with olive oil. However, it soon became apparent that there was only sufficient oil to keep the candelabra burning for one single day - and it would take eight days to make and bring some more.
Miraculously, the menorah stayed lit for eight days (Talmud, Shabbat 21b), allowing enough time for new oil to be prepared and brought.
The significance of the miracle is that it demonstrated that God's presence still dwelt in the Holy Temple. This is what Hanukkah represents: the closeness to God; and the avoidance of Hellenization (assimilation).
The Torah Sages instituted the festival of Hanukkah at that time (Talmud, Shabbat 21b), to publicize the miracle (Rashi commentary, ibid). This is why we light our Hanukkah-menorahs.
(The Hanukkah-menorah, or hanukkiyah, is a special form of the original seven-branched menorah. Our Hanukkah-menorahs have eight spaces for oil, or candles, to mark each of the eight days for which the oil lasted and a ninth to hold the shamash, a candle used to light the others.)
TThe Al-Hanisim prayer which we recite during Hanukkah centers around the Hasmoneans' victory and rededication of the Temple, while the candle-lighting commemorates the miracle of the oil.
Though the military victory is prominently mentioned in the prayers, it wouldn't have been celebrated if not for the miracle of the oil. It should also be noted that the main goal for which the Maccabees fought was not political independence. They fought to enable the people to observe the Torah's commandments; as we say in the Al Hanisim prayer: "the Greeks sought to cause us to forget Your Torah and leave Your statutes."

=On the last night of Hanukkah their are 8 candles burning.==However, you have to add one extra candle called the "shamash" which is a candle higher than all and you use the "shamash" to light every candle from left to right. they are lit to commemorate the Hanukkah miracles.=

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.

purple, purple, rose, purple, white

The middle candle is called the SHAMUS. Since it is prohibited to utilize the light from candles that fulfill the commandment, it is necessary to have an auxiliary light source to prevent accidental use of the commandment lights. The middle candle is also used to light the other candles or to relight candles that were blown out. This non commandment candle is placed above or to the side of the commandment candles to identify its function.

The colors of Kwanzaa are black, red and green; black for the people, red for their struggle, and green for the future and hope that comes from their struggle. Therefore there is one black candle, three red and three green candles. These are the mishumaa saba (the seven candles) and they represent the seven principles.

The black candle represents the first principle Umoja (unity) and is placed in the center of the kinara.

The red candles represent the principles of Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujamaa (cooperative economics) and Kuumba (creativity) and are placed to the left of the black candle.

The green candles represent the principles of Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Nia (purpose) and Imani (faith) and are placed to the right of the black candle.

The black candle is lit first on the first day of the celebration. And the remaining candles are lit afterwards from left to right (not alternating) on the following days. This procedure is to indicate that the people come first, then the struggle and then the hope that comes from the struggle. Each day the candles are re-lit in order. Each day, emphasis should be put on the meaning of the principle and how you have and plan to exhibit that principle throughout the year.

As far as this Christian is concerned a candle symbolizes the light of Christ. His light helps me find my way in life. It is my conscience, it is the gospel of truth and light. It banishes all darkness.

There are two types of menorah. One has seven arms for seven candles - this is the original menorah as used as a symbol of Judaism for many thousands of years. The other type is the nine-branched Hanukkah menorah, also known as a hanukiyah, which holds a candle (or, ideally, burns oil) for each of the eight days of Hanukkah and also holds a ninth candle called the shamash (attendant or helper) which is used to light the other candles. Since the menorah candles should not be used for lighting, the shamash is kept lit in case a candle is needed while the hanukiyah is in use.

Candles are used in very many rituals of everyday life, in many religions, and even by non-religious people. Candles are often lit to remember the souls of the dead, to pray for them, and to guide them to eternal life.

For the Hanukkah menorah (chanukiah), any kind of candle that will fit, provided they burn at least 1/2 hour after dusk.

Throughout time, candles have also held some symbolic meaning. There are candles for christenings, candles for holidays whether you are Christian, Muslim, Jewish or any other religion and there are candles that reflect a deeper meaning, whether it is a meaning of celebration or a meaning of love.

The colors of individual candles have different meanings as well and many people, although not knowledgeable about the different colors, are at the very least, interested in the meanings.

So before you light a candle, read this article to learn the many meanings of the colors.

The Colors of Candles:

White: More than likely, you understand what white means. It is after all linked eternally with purity, innocence and enlightenment. It is a cleansing color that is believed to cleanse both the mind and the spirit and heal any emotions that are in turmoil.

Black: There has always been something about black candles that bring up thoughts of discord and evil. Most people would shy away from black candles since they have been given such a negative image, especially at the hands of Hollywood. This is actually furthest from the true meaning of a black candle and in fact, black candles are supposed to be the color you burn when you are trying to destroy negative forces and energy. They are also believed to be the appropriate color to use for healing when you are battling a serious illness.

Red: It doesn't take too much imagination to figure out the meaning of red candles. They have been linked with love, passion and sex for countless decades. Red candles encompass all of those things and more since the color can also mean health and vitality, fertility and strength, courage and willpower and it can also mean the darker emotions such as lust.

Purple: Purple is actually my favorite color of candle and it problem has to do with the colors link to wisdom and knowledge. It is a color that speaks of spirituality and divination as well as success and power.

Gold: Gold seems to be a popular color during Christmas season and it is fitting in many ways since gold is a color of divination and delightfully enough playfulness. It is also a color that brings to mind success and wealth.

Green: Like Gold, green is also associated with success, and wealth but it is also associated with health throughout a person's life; health in marriage, employment, success, physical growth and also fertility. It is the color that reflects a bountiful harvest.

Blue: Blue is a tranquil color that is filled with harmony, contentment and a sense of peace. It is the color to use if you are trying to lose weight or if you are simply trying to find your center. An excellent color of candle for meditation, it is believed to bring inspiration and happiness.

Silver: We can't forget about silver if we have already looked at a metallic candle. This is another color that is very popular during Christmas but it is actually a color that is known for its neutrality. It is another great choice for meditation and reflection.

Yellow: And what about yellow? It is the sunshiny color that brings with it a sense of happiness. It is also believed to reflect intelligence and wisdom and it is an excellent color to choose if you are busy in academic pursuits, whether they are studious or creative in nature. It is a color of change and energy and will definitely keep you busy.

And there are the meanings of a few of the more popular colors of candles. For every color there is a meaning and each color harmonizes another so play around for your own desired effect.

Sirena Van Schaik is a professional writer who provides information on candle making and aromatherapy candles for Candles Online Magazine.

The menorah holds nine candles. Eight of these candles each symbolize one of the eight days of the celebration of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights. The ninth holder, called the shamash is for a candle used to light all the other candles.

The Pascal candle is lit on Easter vigil with the signs of Alpha and Omega and the Current year. Then five incense sticks are embeded into the candles indicating the five wounds of Jesus Christ.