The candle we light has six symbolisms:

1. It symbolizes the purity of our soul, because it is made of pure beeswax.

2. It symbolizes the plasticity of our soul, because anyone can easily carve anything on it.

3. It symbolizes Divine Grace, because the wax comes from fragrant flowers.

4. It symbolizes Theosis, to which we are called to reach, as the wax unites with the fire and nourishes the flame.

5. It symbolizes the light of Christ, because it burns and illuminates in the darkness.

6. It symbolizes love and peace, which should characterize every Christian, because the candle burns to illuminate, but also comforts man with its light in the darkness.”

- Saint Symeon the New Theologian