Advent Flashcards

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Ad means…

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To

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Advent means…

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Coming

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Vent means…

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Come

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The first coming is when…

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Jesus is born on Christmas (the nativity).

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The second coming is when…

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Jesus (the son of man) comes again at the end of time to save us.

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Who comes on Christmas?

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The Messiah

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In the Advent wreath, what does the circle stand for?

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The eternity of God

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Why is the Advent wreath made of evergreen trees?

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They symbolize life or immortality.

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In the Advent wreath, what does the candle stand for?

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Jesus is the light of the world.

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In the Advent wreath, why are there 4 candles?

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There are 4 weeks of Advent.

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In the Advent wreath, why are 3 candles purple?

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Purple symbolizes prayer, penance, preparation and royalty/wealth.

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In the Advent wreath, why is there a pink candle?

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Pink symbolizes rejoicing because Christmas is almost here.

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