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What do Advent Candles symbolise?

Advent 2017 officially begins on Sunday 3rd December. For Christians, Advent defines a season of symbolic 'waiting' and preparation for the day marking Christ鈥檚 birth. Each of the five candles has a specific meaning rooted in scripture. Rev Rose Hudson-Wilkin explains more.

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