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HAPPY CANDLE MAS
Candlemas (February 2) was originally a Celtic festival that celebrated
the lengthening days of the year. It was one of the four days of the
year representing a quarter of the calendar; on these days, witches
practiced their Sabbaths. In Ireland and Scotland, these four days were
celebrated as fire-feasts. February 2 was also the day that celebrated
the return of spring; In the United States that day is known as Ground
Hog Day. In Roman Catholic churches, Candlemas is the day that all candles
to be used during the year are blessed. These candles are considered
symbols for Christ as the light of the world.
CANDLES FOR KING TUT Torch holders were found in King Tut’s tomb. These holders at one time
held lengths of ropes that were treated with fats or oils. Archaeologists
also believe that Egyptians of this period (1300 B.C.) used candles
that resembled tapers.
CANDLELIGHT FOR THE SOUL Medieval French cemeteries had stone towers that resembled lighthouses
and were called lanterns of the dead” Candles in these towers were lit
at the moment of a person’s death and remained lit until after the funeral.
Their purpose was to light the way for the departing soul.
SEVEN GIFTS In traditional Christian lore, the seven-branched candelabrum is symbolic
of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit; counsel, peace, knowledge, piety,
wisdom, strength, and understanding.
BUT WILL IT LIGHT?
The oldest candle fragment ever found by archaeologists dates from the
first century A.D. and was unearthed near Avignon, France,
ORIENTAL FACTS In the Orient, wax for candle making was obtained from the candleberry
and the tallow tree.
SEVEN ANGLES In the Jewish mystical tradition, the Menorah, a candelabrum used in
worship, is symbolic of the seven celestial bodies and seven archangels:
Cassi4el of Saturn, the keeper of secrets; Gabriel of the Moon, the
spirit of strength; Haniel or Venus, the spirit of splendor; Madimial
or Mars, the spirit of the those who make red; Michael or the Sun, who
is unto God; Raphael or Mercury, the spirit of healing; and Zadkiel
or Jupiter, the spirit of justice.
FESTIVALS OF LIGHT The Indian festival “Diwali” is dedicated to the goddess of wealth,
Lakshmi. Participants burn a candle or lamp to invite good fortune.
Walpurgis Night” in Germany, associated with witchcraft, is a relic
of pagan May Day celebrations when torches were lit.
When Halloween was first celebrated, it was associated with witchcraft,
and participants carried candles or torches.
Birthday candles are a beloved part of birthdays, which are, in fact,
celebrations of the passing of another year.
CANDLE CARE
Candles add to the beauty and decor of any room and help to provide
a fresh air scent-especially helpful if you have rooms that are prone
to becoming musty or are besieged by stagnant air. At night, candles
are superb for enhancing the ambience of any setting by following these
simple tips. you can maximize the life and enjoyment of your candles.
Display candles away from direct light, as they can fade if left in
a window or directly exposed to bright light for extended periods of
time.
Trima wicks to 1/4" before lighting.A trimmed wick will inhibit smoking
and carbon built-up at the tip of the wick and provides a cleaner burn.
If you store candles, be sure they are in a cool, dark, dry place. Tapers
should be stored flat to prevent warping.
Do not light mis - shapen or damaged candles as they will not burn property
and might present a safety hazard.
Put used votive cups in the freezer for about 20 minutes.Left over wax
will fall out very easily.
Did you know?
The degree to which we can smell candles when they are burning is affected
by at least 10 variables.
The specific fragrance - some are stronger by nature then others.
The size of the room a smaller room will contain the fragrant vapor
is carried in the air, factors such as humidity, air conditioning, a
fan, an open window, etc. may affect its movement.
Air flow and quality - since fragrant vapor is carried in the air, factors
such as humidity, air conditioning, a fan, an open window, etc. May
affect its movement.
The size of the wax pool - the greater the surface area of liquid wax,
the more fragrance may evaporate into the air.
The size of the flame - a large flame will burn more of the fragrant
vapor before it can escape into the air (keep the wick trimmed)
The temperature at which a fragrance vaporizes - some vaorize more readily,
permeating the air to a greater extent.
Other sources of fragrance - our fragrance perceptions are easily confused
by multiple scents.
Other burning candles - their flames may burns off the fragrant vapors.
Length of exposure - our noses desensitize to fragrance of over time.
The person smelling the fragrance - the sense of smell varies from person
to person, much like eyesight, hearing or taste.
Candle Safety
In order to get the maximum enjoyment out of your candles, Seventh sense
encourages you to follow these simple safety guidelines:
General Safety Guidelines-
1. Never leave a burning candle unattended. Keep lit candles away from
children and pets.
2. Candles other than jar candles must be used in an appropriate
non-flammable holder. All candles should be placed in a safe, heat resistant
dry surface.
3. Do not let wick trimmings, matches or any foreign matter collect
inside the wax pool. This flammable material might create a fire hazard.
4. Burn candles away from drafts, other heat sources, and all flammable
objects or materials.
5. Never allow candle flame to touch any glass surface.
To Enjoy Votives Safely-
1. Votives should always be used in an appropriate holder. Place on
a safe, heat-resistant, dry surface.
2. Keep the wick trimmed to 1/4" at all times.
3. Sometimes a layer of liquid wax may form that allows the wick to
fall to the side.To maintain an even burn, center it with a pencil.
This will also protect your holder, since a flame that's too close for
too long may crack the holder.
4. Keep the wax pool free of foreign objects suck as wick trimmings
and matches. They will interfere with proper burning and are flammable.
To Enjoy Jar Candles Safely-
1. Handle with care, as the container is fragile. Do not use if jar
is cracked, chipped or scratched.
2. Place on protected, heat resistant, dry surface, well away from anything
flammable, and out of reach of children.
3. Keep wick trimmed to 1/4" or less at all times. Keep candles free
of wick trimmings, matches or other matter.
4. Do not allow flame to directly touch side of glass container. Keep
wicked trimmed and centered.
5. Sides and bottom of container may become hot while candle is burning.
Handle carefully.
6. Discontinue use when 1/2" of wax remains. This will prevent possible
heat damage to the counter surface or the container itself.
7. Extinguish candle before replacing lid.
8. Store in a cool, dry place. Exposure to moisture might inhibit relighting. Color, fragrance and specific usage affect wax consumption.
It is normal for some wax to be left lining the edges of the container.
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