Paschal Candles

Candles for Easter liturgical celebrations and church services.

Cirio Pascual 8x2.5 Religious Candle
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Introduction

Paschal candles mark the central moment of the Easter Vigil and remain lit throughout the Easter season in churches.

  • Standard 51% beeswax blend provides clean, slow burn for extended services
  • Embossed cross, alpha and omega symbols, and year markings follow approved liturgical patterns
  • Available in 1-7/8″ to 3″ diameters to fit most floor-standing and altar candlesticks

Shop the correct size and wax type for your parish needs.

FAQs

Many churches select a 2-1/2 inch diameter by 36-48 inch height candle to match standard floor candlesticks.

The candle is lit at the start of the Vigil and remains burning for the entire service, often 90-120 minutes.

No. Liturgical guidelines require a new Paschal candle each Easter to signify the new light of the resurrection.

They are sold as individual wax candles; stands or floor candlesticks are purchased separately.

The cross, alpha and omega, and current year signify Christ as the beginning and end of all time.