Eschatology 6.1 - The Paschal Candle 0.0 / 5 ? Religious StudiesEschatology - Catholic ChristianityGCSEAQA Created by: 005_icaOkwusCreated on: 01-08-20 13:51 What is the Paschal Candle? A large candle that has an important role in a number of church services. (particularly easter). 1 of 11 What does the candle represents? the Risen Christ 2 of 11 What is it used to help? celebrate and share in Jesus' resurrection 3 of 11 What is the Paschal Candle an important feature of? The Easter Vigil Ceremony 4 of 11 After the sun set, the priest lights a fire. The light of Christ rising from the tomb, destroying the power of sin and death through his ressurection. 5 of 11 The priest traces the design of the Alpha and Omega symbols with his hands, while saying a prayer to worship Christ. They show that Christ is eternal. 6 of 11 The priest inserts five little holders, each containing a grain of incense, into the candle. The five wounds that Christ received during his crucifixion. 7 of 11 The priest lights the Paschal candle from the fire, saying, "may the light of Christ rising in glory/dispel the darkness of our hearts and mind". The light of Christ coming into the world, to overcome the darkness of sin and death. 8 of 11 Light from the Paschal Candle is used to light the candles held by everyone else in the church. Shows that all believers are able to share in the risen glory of Christ. 9 of 11 What can the Paschal Candles be use for? Baptism and Funerals 10 of 11 What does the priest tells the person's parents and godparents when the person is getting baptised? "This child of yours has been enlightened by Christ.." 11 of 11
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