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Candle

A light source typified by a wick embedded in solid fuel, usually wax or fat, and used in Christianity to symbolise the Light of Jesus Christ.

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Festivals; Christmas

A light source typified by a wick embedded in solid fuel, usually wax or fat, and used in Christianity to symbolize the Light of Jesus Christ.

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The word candle was introduced into the English language as an ecclesiastical term, probably as early as the eighth century.

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Festivals; Christmas

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epiphany
Festivals; Christmas

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Festivals; Christmas

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