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Paschal candle

Okay kiddo, let me explain what a Paschal candle is!

Do you know how candles are used to light up dark rooms or provide some light during a power outage? Well, a Paschal candle is a very special kind of candle that is used in the Christian religion during Easter time.

The Paschal candle is usually very tall and has special symbols on it, like a cross or the letters Alpha and Omega which represent the beginning and end of things in the Bible. It is usually lit during the Easter Vigil, which is a special church service that takes place on the night before Easter Sunday.

The candle is a reminder of the resurrection of Jesus, which happened on Easter. It also represents the light of Christ, which is the idea that Jesus is a symbol of hope and goodness in the world.

During the service, the Paschal candle is lit and carried through the church. People light their own candles from the Paschal candle, which is a symbol of their own faith and belief in Jesus.

So there you have it! The Paschal candle is a special candle that is used during Easter time in the Christian religion. It represents the resurrection of Jesus and the light of Christ.