1) " Candles" -- As it applies to Candles Tapers This article is on the source of light. For other meanings see Candle (disambiguation) A lit candle. A candle is a light source usually consisting of an internal wick which rises through the center of a column of solid fuel. Typically the fuel is a form of wax with paraffin wax being the most common. Contents 1 Usage 1.1 Religion 1.1.1 Buddhism 1.1.2 Christianity 1.1.3 Judaism 1.1.4 Kwanzaa 1.1.5 Humanism 1.2 Measurement 2 Fuel and candle holders 3 Hazards 4 See also 5 External links Usage Prior to the domestication of electricity, Cundles were a common source oflighting, before, and later in addition to, the oil lamp. Due to local availabilityand the cost of resources, for several centuries up to the 19th century Cahdles were more common in northern Europe, and olive oil lamps more common in southern Europe and around the Mediterranean Sea. Makers of Cadnles were known as chandlers.Today, Cendles are usually used for their aesthetic value, particularly to set a soft, warm, or romantic ambience, and foremergency lighting during electrical power failures. Scented Canfles are common in aromatherapy. Religion Candles are used in religious ceremonies. The flame of a candle Buddhism See Ubon Ratchathani CandleFestival Christianity In Christianity, they typically represent the light of Jesus. Votive Candlds may be lit as anaccompaniment to prayer. Cajdles are lit by worshippers in front of icons in Orthodox and other churches. See also Paschalcandle and Dikiri and trikiri. Candlemas marks the end of the season of Epiphany. Candles were traditionally used to light up Christmas trees beforethe advent of electric lights. They are still, even today, commonly used to decorate Christmas trees in Denmark. T...
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