Many of us have heard about the great power of the thirty-three Jerusalem candles, because, according to legend, it is their flame that delivers from sinful intentions and negative thoughts. There is an opinion that just thirty-three candles protect the house from serious illnesses and other adversities. Many people are not aware of what to do next after becoming the owner of these candles and how to use them correctly. Taking into account that Jerusalem candles include a grain of the Holy Fire, there are a number of restrictions when handling them.
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What are the features of the Jerusalem candle?
Christians who profess Orthodoxy celebrate the holiday of Easter on one Sunday every year. Constantly on the Saturday before Easter in Jerusalem, a majestic service takes place in the Church of the Resurrection of Christ, which is called the Descent of the Holy Fire and reminds of the resurrection of Christ. A large number of believers from different parts of the world arrive to see the miracle with their own eyes.
During the service, church ministers allow those who were present at the ritual to take a grain of Light with them and join the celebration themselves. A large number of candles are lit from the Holy Fire in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher every year; this figure amounts to several thousand. Each of these torches is a small bundle in which thirty-three Jerusalem candles are connected, the number of which is associated with the commemoration of the calendar years that Jesus Christ lived on earth.
It is precisely the candles that were lit in Jerusalem on the eve of Easter near the Holy Sepulcher that are called Jerusalem candles.
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They are unique because they cleanse from negative thoughts, and protect the home from various sorrows and disasters.
Unlike most other church candles, Jerusalem candles are handmade by church ministers using natural beeswax, as is clearly evidenced by the smell of honey, which also comes from an unlit candle.
It is interpreted that even a torch that burns once has sufficient power to cleanse and sanctify a house, as well as to protect all household members from illness and cruelty. When used correctly, this significant attribute conveys spiritual purity and holiness.
Immediately after the appearance of the Holy Fire in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, they cannot get burned. With the help of the Holy Fire, Christian believers can cleanse their bodies of the burden of sins, receiving peace of mind and a feeling of indescribable lightness.
Immediately after washing, the lit Jerusalem torches must be carefully extinguished, preferably using a glass or even your own hands.
If all the steps are completed correctly, the thirty-three Jerusalem candles retain all the qualities that were given to them when the Holy Fire was lit, and miraculous divine energy will appear with subsequent lighting.
The Appearance of the Holy Fire
The rise of the Holy Fire is considered one of the main miracles of the Christian faith. Thousands of pilgrims from all over the world strive to see the miracle with their own eyes. It is also broadcast annually on television in all Christian countries.
Before ascending, the patriarch strips down to his undershirt, demonstrating the absence of matches or other objects for setting fire. This tradition began after Turkish authorities raided the chapel to find things that could be used to light a fire.
After checking, a lamp filled with incense and a Jerusalem candle are brought into the cave. Only the Orthodox and Armenian patriarchs are allowed to be in the cave. It is sealed with beeswax, and the wait for the ascent begins, which on average lasts from 5 minutes to 5 hours. At this time, the patriarchs read prayers.
In the first few minutes, the fire does not burn, so it is scooped up with hands and used for ablution. It is believed that in the year when the Holy Fire does not appear, the apocalypse will happen. Therefore, the entire Christian world awaits it every year with trepidation.
How to store Jerusalem candles
To store Jerusalem candles, special conditions are required, and the bundle cannot be disconnected. To preserve the miraculous power, you must adhere to certain storage rules:
- The temperature regime should be observed in the range from twenty-five to minus fifteen degrees Celsius. It is acceptable to place candles in the refrigerator. But, nevertheless, if possible, then the best option would still be to keep the torch not in the refrigerator, but in a room next to the image or other sacred objects;
- Do not allow direct sunlight to fall on the candles, otherwise the candles may melt;
- It is unacceptable to place candles between household items - books, kitchen utensils, items of clothing. It is important to highlight for yourself that this is not just a souvenir product, but a gift, therefore the attitude towards it should be appropriate - thrifty and respectful;
- If you want to preserve the shrine for as long as possible, you need to wrap the bundle in a fabric trim, which is based on white linen or cotton;
- It is permissible to light Jerusalem torches, but this is done in a different way from ordinary church candles. If a church candle is left to burn out to the end, then the Jerusalem candle is lit for only a few seconds. At this time, it is necessary to set fire to any church candle from the Holy Fire, after which the Jerusalem candle must be extinguished. As a result, the transfer of the torch's power to the second luminary is not allowed. Blowing out candles is not allowed. They must be extinguished using a cap or your fingers.
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Many people wonder whether splitting the beam is allowed. Yes, this is acceptable if you need to share it with your loved ones. The effectiveness and benefits of candles depend on how sincerely they are lit.
What are they needed for?
People who received a torch as a gift are sometimes perplexed - why are Jerusalem candles needed? What to do with them?
The power of the Holy Fire is transmitted through the flame of the torch. If you light a church candle from it, it will also become a carrier of the Holy Light. With it you can cleanse your apartment of negative energy. Or place it at the head of a seriously ill person. By candlelight, you can pray and ask for your wishes to come true.
Why light Jerusalem candles? How to use them? With a lit candle you can ask:
- about deliverance from sadness and sorrow;
- about forgiveness and remission of sins;
- about getting rid of want, loneliness, illness;
- about improving things;
- about promising work;
- about luck in trading;
- about the health of children and parents;
- about getting rid of alcoholism, drug addiction;
- about admonishing an unlucky husband (wife);
- about protection from enemies, ill-wishers;
- about easy childbirth and the health of the baby;
- about improving relations;
- about a successful journey;
- about happiness in marriage.
Jerusalem candles can be used before starting a new, good deed and for consecration:
- new purchases (real estate, car);
- newlyweds;
- newborn
Read the prayer in front of the candle in complete solitude, looking at the flame. If there is no home prayer book, requests made in your own words are allowed.
The color of the candles of the Jerusalem torch - what it symbolizes
Sacred bundles are available in the market in various colors. There are various views on this matter, one of them is that the color of a candle makes it possible to distinguish what property it is endowed with and what result can be expected from it. The color of the beam affects the direction in which the beneficial power will be directed, since each individual flower is characterized by its own character and strength:
- white color symbolizes neutral properties that are suitable for work in order to protect the house from unkind people and their bad influence, including slander. Praying in front of the flame of this candle will fill you with wisdom and patience. Thanks to a candle of this color, you will be able to find a way out of the current difficult situation and gain strength;
- The black color of the candle indicates that the candle will help you pass the test of troubles and problems. It’s good to turn to a black candle when you feel depressed, have the blues, or when your strength has left you. She can help protect herself from demonic forces, remove damage or other negative spiritual influences;
- a red candle is a good helper that can relieve loneliness; with its help you can find your life partner, remove the crown of celibacy and get married successfully. A red candle flame will help resolve quarrels and scandals, as well as achieve harmonious relationships in the family sphere;
- The yellow color of the candle indicates that it can be used as a talisman. It will be good to take it with you on the road or use its magical properties when starting a new business. It will also be an excellent assistant for depression and any failures;
- a green candle from Jerusalem will serve as a faithful assistant in financial matters. It will help you correct your difficult financial situation, find a job, increase your income and stop feeling a constant shortage. It can also serve to restore health;
- The blue candle is intended to help fulfill your wish. These candles are often presented as a gift to loved ones as a talisman or souvenir brought from Israel;
- A white candle will become an assistant in situations where you need more patience and love, or you need protection from visible and invisible enemies. It is also permissible to pray with this candle for any need.
One bunch contains candles of the same color. Moreover, each individual bundle has its own color.
- How to cleanse a house or apartment of negativity with a candle;
- How to properly light candles in church;
- How to consecrate an apartment yourself.
Rituals with a candle
Holy candles are necessary for many Orthodox rituals aimed at improving the well-being of a believer:
- healing of physical and spiritual diseases;
- cleansing the house from evil spirits;
- consecration of household items, etc.
They can be used either independently or with the involvement of clergy. It is important to read prayers at the home iconostasis, looking at the candle flame. Fortune telling using Jerusalem candles is common.
How to use Jerusalem candles - what to do with them
When receiving 33 candles from Jerusalem, one often wonders “how to use them correctly?” In practice, candles differ in their purpose. Thanks to them, you can direct various undertakings in the necessary direction, consecrate your apartment and any object, giving them miraculous power.
Candles from the Church of the Holy Sepulcher can help in the following situations:
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- forgive sins and confess;
- consecrate your home, purchases and car;
- bless a child at the wedding and baptism;
- improve your business situation, achieve financial wealth and help the company prosper;
- save a person from the blues and sorrow, states of despondency and apathy;
- attract happiness and good luck;
- bless for an easy birth;
- help with studies;
- improve family relationships;
- cope with bad habits;
- celebrate church holidays, in particular Easter.
Also, many people ask the question “how to use a Jerusalem candle to consecrate a house?” To do this, it is important to follow a number of recommendations.
In particular, you need to light one candle and then carefully pull it out of the bunch. Next, we hold it in our hands and carefully walk around the entire space of the home, while saying the prayer “Our Father.” You need to pay attention to every room and every corner. After this, you need to leave the candle in the living room or in the room that is intended for gathering people, and give it the opportunity to burn out to the end.
The Jerusalem candle is a good helper for making wishes come true. Before turning to the Lord with a request, you need to thank Him for everything, and only after that express your desires. Then the beam must be placed in front of the image, set on fire and the prayer words read, focusing your attention on the Holy Fire. It is recommended to sit in this position for five to fifteen minutes, and then extinguish the bunch until next time.
There is a rule that you light Jerusalem candles every day until your wish comes true. The time it takes to make your wish come true depends on the complexity of the wish. As a rule, this takes from a few days to several weeks. It is advisable to read prayer words in a secluded environment, so that no one can interfere.
One tip for working with Jerusalem candles is to use them for Easter or other holy days. At the same time, it must be taken into account that it is necessary to avoid appeals to the Holy Fire on days of mourning and at Christmas.
Two patriarchs
The presence of the Armenian Archimandrite at the descent of the Holy Light is a long-standing tradition. It appeared at a time when Jerusalem was under Muslim rule. Tradition says that the Armenians bought from the local ruler for a huge amount of money the right to personally perform the ritual in the Edicule. The Armenian patriarch spent about a day in the cave, praying for the descent of Fire. Other Holy Fathers were not even allowed into the temple. They stood side by side in the square. But the Holy Light never appeared in the cave.
The Patriarch of Constantinople prayed next to the temple, along with other priests. The beam that struck from the sky hit the column near which the Orthodox patriarch stood. Fiery splashes splashed out from the column in different directions. All the people standing near the temple lit up their candles.
After this incident, the ruler of Jerusalem ordered the ritual in Edicule to be performed only by the Patriarch of Constantinople. And the Armenian archimandrite, for edification, from then on should have entered the cave with him and observed the ritual being performed.
What not to ask for in prayers
When working with Jerusalem candles, as well as with images and prayers, there is no need to consider them as magical rituals, the purpose of which is to translate cherished human desires into reality.
Often such desires are of a nature that is displeasing to the Lord - to get hold of money, an apartment, a car, to lure a beloved away from another, to complicate the position of a business competitor.
It must be kept in mind that performing magical rituals or reading prayers for such purposes can entail the wrath of the Lord. Moreover, punishment does not necessarily overtake a person in this life; it can follow in subsequent lives.
Fulfillment of desires
Jerusalem candles help to fulfill your cherished desire. How to use them to make your dreams come true?
All requests, prayers, desires are discussed one on one with the Higher powers. You should light a candle, looking at the fire, and concentrate on your dream. Imagine that your wish has already come true. Think for a few minutes about how life will change after your dream comes true.
You can ask for a miracle every day (from 3 to 7 days). After the request, be sure to thank God for all the successes in life. At the end of the prayer, put out the candle, without talking to anyone, and go to bed.
Magic rituals with a candle
Despite the fact that the official church prohibits various magical rituals, many still use the services of psychics and magicians. Jerusalem candles are used in rituals such as removing damage, the evil eye, curses, as well as to strengthen family relationships, attract good luck and health.
Since these candles are a good symbol, it is forbidden to use them in black magic aimed at harming a person. Candles are often used in rituals related to the treatment of a person from illnesses: both spiritual and physical.
