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Candle is one of the sources of light and sometimes a source of heat, it consists of a solid block of fuel commonly wax and an embedded wick.  Today most candles are made from paraffin; it can also be made from beeswax, soy and other plant waxes.

Candles and oil lamps were used for illumination before electricity was discovered. Today, candles are used mainly for their aesthetic value and scent, particularly to set a soft, warm or romantic ambience and for emergency lighting during electrical power failures.   Scented candles are used in aromatherapy.

Usage of Candles from different religious practices:

Sikhism – candles used on Diwali, the festival of light

Buddhism – candles are traditional part of Buddhist ritual observances along with flowers and incense as a show of respect.

Hinduism – candles are lit daily before an altar in all Hindu homes as a symbol of enlightenment and prosperity.

Christianity – candles are used in worship both for decoration and ambience as a symbol that represent the light of God.

Judaism – pair of candles are lit on Friday evening prior to the start of the weekly Sabbath celebration.

Kwanzaa – candles used in celebrations of Kwanzaa, an African American holiday which runs from December 26 – January 1.

Humanism – candles is used as a symbol of the light of reason or rationality.

Unitarian Universalism – lighting of candles of joy and concern as their common element of worship.

Wicca – candles is frequently used on the altar to represent the presence of God and Goddess.

Raqs sharqi – candles are used as a complementary element in some dance styles.

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