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What do the candles in an Advent wreath symbolize?
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A church altar decorated with saint icons for All Saints' Day.
The candles in an Advent wreath are traditionally used to mark the four Sundays of the season, with one additional candle lit each week. While the wreath itself typically consists of four candlesâoften three violet and one rose-coloredâthese candles are frequently said to symbolize hope, peace, joy, and love, respectively.1