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Guide 2 Christmas   >   Advent Wreath Advent Wreath An Advent wreath is a ring with four candles used by some Christians and churches to mark the passing of the holy season of Advent. The candles are illuminated in succession on each of the four weeks (Saturday evenings or Sundays) of Advent. Some Advent wreaths have a fifth candle which is lit on Christmas Day to signify Christ's birth. Advent wreaths are symbolic: The wreath represents God's eternity. The first candle, known as "The Prophet's Candle" signifies the hope of Jesus' arrival. The second candle, known as "The Bethlehem Candle" reminds Christians that God appeared to them in a humble manner. Bethlehem was located in the terrority of the least powerful of the tribes of Israel. The third candle, known as "The Shepherds' Candle" represents the joy that more than half of Advent is over. The fourth candle, known as "The Angels' Candle" represents the Angels' peace and the good news tat they offer. Other aspects of the Advent wreaths such as the colors of the candles are often ascribed symbolic meanings. On many Advent wreaths, the first three candles are violet, symbolizing faithful expectation, and the fourth candle is rose, symbolizing joy and hope. One story of Advent wreath, says that it was first created by Johann Hinrich Wichem, a Protestant pastor in Germany, around the mid 19th century. It is said that he created a wooden ring with 28 candles (24 small red candles, and 4 white ones for Advent Sundays) which was used to celebrate the Advent period at orphanage. Another version of the Advent wreath story says that the origin lies in the folk practises of pre-Christian Germanic peoples who, in December, gathered wreaths of evergreen and lighted fires as signs of hope i n the coming spring and renewed light. According to the story, Christians kept these traditions alive, and eventually embellished to celebrate the Advent and the birth of Jesus Christ. Related Links Advent Calendars Candlemaking Craft Articles Candlemaking Craft Books Wreathmaking Craft Articles Wreathmaking Craft Books Related Pages Christmas Wreath Traditional Pine Cone Advent Wreath Vermont Christmas Company Lowest New Price: $19.95 (As of 09:13 Pacific 18 Aug 2008 More Info) Click Here Accented with White Ribbons and Pine Cones Diameter 11" Product Description: A subtle mix of traditional greens, natural colored pine cones and white ribbons, this popular wreath will highlight any Advent celebration. Durable construction measures 11". Gift Boxed. The Advent wreath is the traditional centerpiece of the Christmas season. A candle is lit on each of the four Sundays preceding Christmas. Three candles are purple and one is rose or pink. The first candle represents hope. The second candle peace. The pink candle, generally lit on the third Sunday of Advent, represents joy. The final candle signifies love. Candles sold separately. Advent Wreath Wilson Evergreens Lowest New Price: $32.95 (As of 09:13 Pacific 18 Aug 2008 More Info) Click Here Advent Wreath Include candles Product Description: Our advent wreaths are made of fire resistant artificial greenry and includes 3 purple candles and one pink candle, decorated with purple and pink bows. Advent Wreath 12 Green Panacea   Product Description: Panacea Advent Wreaths are great for making floral decorations and center pieces on. They not only have a formed ring for creating floral arrangements on, but also have holders to use for adding candles. Nothings more romantic than a beautiful center piece filled with lighted candles. 12 Green Advent Wreath for Children (Case of 6) America's Suppliers List Price: $125.94 Lowest New Price: $50.76 (As of 09:13 Pacific 18 Aug 2008 More Info) Click Here Product Description: This special Advent wreath lets the children experience the magic of the season. Four felt "candles" can be attached with Velcro on the fabric base. Teach children the glory and wonder of waiting to say happy birthday to baby Jesus! Boxed. Plush Felt. 9" Wide x 5 3/4" High. Advent Wreath Kit Wilson Evergreens Lowest New Price: $25.95 (As of 09:13 Pacific 18 Aug 2008 More Info) Click Here Create your own Advent wreath Candles included Product Description: Make your own advent wreath with this all included family kit. You will get the ring, candles, ribbon, artificial pine greens and cones. We have designed this kit to be fun and easy to put together, a great activity for the whole family at any age. Celtic Glory To God Advent Wreath (Case of 3) America's Suppliers List Price: $113.97 Lowest New Price: $45.72 (As of 09:13 Pacific 18 Aug 2008 More Info) Click Here Product Description: Celtic Glory To God Advent Wreath. Text reads "Glory to God in the Highest" translated into Gaelic. Purchase candles separately. Boxed. Resin. 7" Diameter.

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