What Is an Advent Wreath?
During Advent and Christmas, festively decorated evergreen wreaths hang in windows and on doors everywhere. In many homes and churches, it’s also common to see special wreaths lying on tables or ledges, adorned with 4 candles (usually 3 purple and 1 pink). This familiar symbol of the season is the Advent wreath.
Traditionally, the Advent wreath is a circle of evergreen branches. Both the evergreen branches and the circular shape symbolize the passing of time and eternal life. The shape of the wreath, with no beginning or end, reflects the complete and endless love that Jesus has for us. During the Advent season, we anticipate his coming and the promise of eternal life in heaven with him. |
The Meaning of Advent Candles
As a Christian tradition, the wreath holds the four Advent candles. The candles represent Jesus coming as the light in darkness. One candle is lit each Sunday until all four candles are lit, and sometimes a fifth candle is lit on Christmas. As Christmas draws nearer, each candle brings a little more light into the darkness.
Each of the candles represents an aspect of preparation during the season of Advent
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Advent Blooms – The word Advent means “coming.” The season of Advent helps us to prepare for the coming of the Son of God, the Light of the World. Children in primary and intermediate grades learn that the season of Advent is a time to prepare to celebrate the coming of the Savior with this printable activity. More
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