Advent Candles – The Light of the World

“Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12 ESV)

The reason for the season reminders all around us 

Christmas decorations and their symbolism can remind us of the true reason for the season, Jesus. Advent candles were originally part of the holiday wreath tradition and the two are often combined as part of a long-standing Christmas tradition.

Christmas Advent Candles

The four candles symbolize the number of weeks for Advent. Traditionally, three of these candles stand for prayer, penance and preparation.The other candle is lit on the last Sunday of Advent and signals a time of rejoicing.  

In short, the light of the Advent candles symbolizes Jesus Christ as “the light of the world.”

Therefore

“For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” (2 Cor. 4:6 ESV)