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    What is the name of the very large candle that is lit in each RC church on Easter?

    Question #104626. Asked by star_gazer. (Apr 11 09 7:06 PM)


    scottietwenty3

    		The Paschal candle is a large, white candle used liturgically in the Western Rite of Christianity (Roman Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, etc.). A new Paschal candle is blessed and lit every year at Easter, and is used throughout the Paschal season and then throughout the year on special occasions.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paschal_candle



    Apr 11 09, 7:15 PM
    deaconblues63

    		Paschal Candle

    http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/11515b.htm

    Apr 11 09, 7:16 PM

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