Typically, three of the four Advent candles are purple—the first, second and fourth ones. The first candle, or "Prophet's Candle," symbolizes hope. The color means royalty, repentance and fasting.

The Advent season traditionally begins on the ... longing for God’s presence and the hope that Jesus brings. The second candle represents Peace, reminding us that Christ is the Prince of Peace.

Advent symbolizes the church’s present ... s first coming into the world and anticipation of his second coming. A fifth white candle is sometimes placed and lit in the middle of the wreath ...

As the season of Advent draws to a close, four local clergy have offered their perspectives of the importance of Advent as it ...