What lighting a candle means at a Greek church

[nadellii]

In Greek church, we light candles and make a prayer. Its one of my favourite traditions. Candles are usually at the front of the church and you usually add a few coins or dollars in the box besides the candles to "pay" for the candles.

 

[Worldwide Greeks Editor]

This is a great question!!

Here is more information as to why candles used in the Greek Orthodox church:

Why Do People Light Candles When Entering an Orthodox Church?

Learn all about why people light candles upon entering the Greek Orthodox Church.

www.greekboston.com

 

[Blue & White]

"I am the light of the world; he who follows me shall not walk in darkness; but will have the light of life." John 8:12

Lighting the candle is the light that guides you as you enter church.
The coins that you refer to "to pay for the candle" is incorrect. Placing "money in the box" is an offering to the church, if you give nothing, something or a lot, this is entirely up to you.
The most important thing is that you have to Gods home for prey.

 

[acamp7]

"I am the light of the world; he who follows me shall not walk in darkness; but will have the light of life." John 8:12

Lighting the candle is the light that guides you as you enter church.
The coins that you refer to "to pay for the candle" is incorrect. Placing "money in the box" is an offering to the church, if you give nothing, something or a lot, this is entirely up to you.
The most important thing is that you have to Gods home for prey.

Beautiful, this is very true, thanks for sharing

 

[Hash]

Beautiful, this is very true, thanks for sharing

I used to light a candle nearly every day on my way through the streets in Mykonos to the Delos Port, stopping by different churches on the way,a quiet moment,a silent wish,a few deep thoughts, letting go of a few, understanding meaning of life, living for the day, hoping and looking forward to whatever lays ahead during the busy summer season...a few coins of offering.. ??!

 

[k_tsoukalas]

Lighting a candle is a nice moment when we enter the church. I often do it without thinking. Thanks for reminding me how beautiful of an activity is.

 

[lalajess]

Lighting a candle is a nice moment when we enter the church. I often do it without thinking. Thanks for reminding me how beautiful of an activity is.

I agree! When I enter a Greek church, I am always lighting a candle, but I don't put much thought into it.

 

[Hash]

I agree! When I enter a Greek church, I am always lighting a candle, but I don't put much thought into it.

It is about unconsciously and unconditionally sending light and love to the Universe and the giver of life to us all!.... ?Kalley Mera from Thailand.... Happy Holidays.

 

[kosta_karapinotis]

It is about unconsciously and unconditionally sending light and love to the Universe and the giver of life to us all!.... ?Kalley Mera from Thailand.... Happy Holidays.

Happy Holidays!

 

[jaimepirvinoi]

Something similar happened to my aunt—her test results got buried in her inbox, and by the time she followed up, things had progressed. It’s scary how small things like a missed email can have such big consequences. Since then, she’s been more mindful, even started using a traditional incense burner during her self-checks to create a calm space. Little rituals help her stay grounded.