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What Is a Paschal Candle and When Is It Lit?

April 26, 2017candle lit paschal

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What Is a Paschal Candle and When Is It Lit?

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Paschal season is the 50-day period between Easter Sunday and Pentecost Sunday. The blessing of the paschal, or Easter candle, is an ancient tradition, according to the Catholic Encyclopedia. It is observed in Roman Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, and other Protestant churches.