1 1/2" X 16" Star of the Magi Advent Candle - 51% Beeswax (3 Purple, 1 Rose)

Description: These classic candles give a wonderful way to mark the Advent journey. It features hand-applied wax ornamentation thin enough to allow for the uninterrupted use of the candle follower. Cathedral Brand candles are produced from 51% beeswax to ensure the purest form, clean, and longest-burning flame. These candles will be meaningful accents to your Advent Wreaths. Advent is a period of preparation to receive the Messiah through prayer, penance, almsgiving, and hope. Advent comes from the Latin Adventus, which means "coming"; We ready our hearts to receive Jesus, The Light of The World. For four consecutive Sundays, we remember the first coming of Our Saviour and announce His second coming.  Advent begins on the Sunday nearest to November 30 ( Feast of St. Andrew) and marks the liturgical year's beginning. Through Advent, the Church allows the faithful to start anew. It marks a new beginning! Features: 1 1/2" X 16" Star of the Magi Advent Candle - 51% Beeswax (3 Purple, 1 Ro