Jerusalem Candle Made of Greek Wax

A bundle of 33 candles is usually referred to as The Jerusalem Candle. Such candles are traditionally lit from the Holy Fire emanating on Easter Saturday – a miracle that occurs every year in The Edicule at the Temple of the Holy Sepulcher – the cave in the place where the Savior' s body was laid and resurrected after the crucifixion. The candles are used by the faithful to distribute the Holy Fire from pilgrims in attendance to people around the whole world. It is a special grace to have a chance of bringing home a piece of the Holy Fire to light a Jerusalem candle, joining the celebration of joy that brings together believers from many countries who come to Jerusalem for the Resurrection Sunday. And yet this may be performed not only in the week of Holy Easter: a Jerusalem candle may be lit for an intimate prayer at home or during such family festivities as a christening party or a name-day celebration. Thirty-three candles stand for 33 years in the Lord's earthly life. They are bundled and decorated with an icon of the Resurrection, bearing the legend “Jerusalem”. This image, as many other Jerusalem icons and their meanings, is very popular among the faithful and needs no additional explanation. The candle made of Greek wax and blessed on the Stone of Anointing at the Temple of the Holy Sepulcher will be a great gift idea for Easter or any other special occasion in the life of your friends and family.