The Paschal Candle Flashcards
1
Q
What does the Paschal Candle represent?
A
That Jesus is the Light of the World
2
Q
What is the Paschal Candle made out of?
A
Pure beeswax
3
Q
What does the beeswax represent?
A
That Christ is pure and sinless
4
Q
What is inserted into the Candle on the Easter Vigil?
A
5 grains of incense
5
Q
What does the incense represent?
A
The aromatic spices with which His Sacred Body was prepared for the tomb, and the wounds in his hands, feet and side
