candlemas (Meaning)
candlemas (n)
feast day commemorating the presentation of Christ in the temple; a quarter day in Scotland
candlemas (n.)
The second day of February, on which is celebrated the feast of the Purification of the Virgin Mary; -- so called because the candles for the altar or other sacred uses are blessed on that day.
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candlemas Sentence Examples
- Candlemas, celebrated on February 2nd, marks the presentation of Jesus at the Temple.
- In some cultures, Candlemas is also known as the Feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple.
- Candlemas is observed in many Christian denominations as a day of purification and blessing of candles.
- Traditionally, Candlemas is associated with the end of the Christmas season and the beginning of spring.
- In some countries, Candlemas is celebrated with processions and the blessing of candles in churches.
- Candlemas is also linked to weather lore, with the belief that if Candlemas Day is sunny, it foretells a longer winter.
- The custom of lighting candles on Candlemas symbolizes the light of Christ illuminating the world.
- Some cultures have specific foods associated with Candlemas, such as crepes in France.
- Candlemas is one of the oldest feasts in the Christian liturgical calendar, dating back to the 4th century.
- In England, Candlemas was once known as "Candlemass" and was an important festival in the medieval calendar.
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feast day commemorating the presentation of Christ in the temple; a quarter day in ScotlandThe second day of February, on which is celebrated the feast of the P
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Candlemas, celebrated on February 2nd, marks the presentation of Jesus at the Temple.
In some cultures, Candlemas is also known as the Feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple.
Candlemas is observed in many Christian denominations as a day of purification and blessing of candles.
Traditionally, Candlemas is associated with the end of the Christmas season and the beginning of spring.
