Christmas candles are popular decorations and sources of light during the holiday season. They can be used both for interior decoration and to create a moody atmosphere during special occasions.
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Melting candles
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Candles with Christmas card and ornaments
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Candles in a vase
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Christmas candle with ornaments
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Christmas candle with angels
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Christmas candle on a plate
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Candle near the Christmas wreath
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Christmas candles
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Candlestick headdress
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A fairy tale character with a candle
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Types of Christmas candles:
- Advent Candles: These are special candles used during the Advent season, which precedes Christmas. In the Christian tradition, there are usually four candles, which symbolize the successive Sundays of Advent. One candle is lit each Sunday.
- Christmas candles: These are candles used during Christmas Eve and Christmas days. They are often placed on the table, in the windows or as part of the table decoration.
- Decorative candles: A variety of candles decorated with themed designs, such as Christmas trees, reindeer, stars and angels, are available during the holiday season.
- Candles in the shape of figures: These are candles in the shape of Christmas characters, such as Jesus, Mary, Joseph or shepherds. They are often used as decorations or as elements of nativity scenes.
- Scented Candles: During the holidays, candles with different scents, such as cinnamon, vanilla, Christmas tree or spice, are also available. They create a pleasant fragrant atmosphere in the house.
Symbolism and meaning: Christmas candles have deep symbolic meanings in various traditions and beliefs. First of all, they symbolize light in the darkness and hope in difficult times. In the Christian tradition, the light of the Advent candle represents the arrival of Christ as the "Light of the World." In general, candles bring with them an atmosphere of peace, warmth and joy that characterizes the holiday season.
Safety: When using Christmas candles, it is important to exercise caution and follow safety rules. Keep them away from flammable materials, light them only under supervision and ensure that they are placed in a stable container or on a suitable stand.
Creating an atmosphere: Christmas candles are an important element in creating an atmosphere during the holidays. Their soft light and warm flames set a magical mood and invite you to spend time together in a warm and atmospheric environment.
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- Advent Candles: The tradition of using Advent candles dates back to the Middle Ages. Back then, 24 candles were used, which were lit each day from December 1 until Christmas Eve. It later evolved to four candles, which symbolize the successive Sundays of Advent.
- The first Advent candle: The first Advent candle, also known as the "prophet's candle," is purple in color and symbolizes the Old Testament prophets who foretold the coming of the Messiah.
- Candles for Christmas Eve: In Poland, a popular custom is to place two candles on the Christmas Eve table. These are symbolic "Bethlehem candles," which, according to tradition, were supposed to shine in Bethlehem to show Mary and Joseph the way to the stable.
- Beeswax candles: In many cultures, candles made of beeswax are believed to be more environmentally friendly and healthier for humans, as they do not emit toxins when burned.
- Candlelight Carol: In some countries, especially Poland, there is a tradition of "carol candling." A candle is consecrated by a priest and is later lit during caroling to light the way for carolers.
- Christmas tree-shaped candles: Candles in unusual shapes, such as Christmas trees, are also available. When the candle melts, it creates an effect resembling falling Christmas tree branches.
- Electric candles: For those who cannot use traditional candles for various reasons, electric candles are also available. They emit a flickering or steady light, creating a similar mood to traditional candles.
- Symbolic candles: In many cultures, candles have a symbolic meaning. For example, in Judaism, during the holiday of Hanukkah, a special candlestick (menorah) is used to burn candles for eight days.
- Candles and records: In 2014, a group of people in Warsaw set a Guinness World Record by lighting 15,000 Advent candles at one time.
- Candles vs. concepts of time: Candle burning is often associated with timing, especially during meditation or prayer. Measuring the time of candle burning can be a tool for focusing attention.
