Vigil oil candles ("καντήλια" in Greek) are usually oil lamps that light up with the help of a wick floating on the oil. Their use dates back to the early Christian period, when worship took place at night and a means of lighting was necessary.
To this day, vigil candles are an integral part of the Liturgy. They are used at home but mainly in the area of the Holy Temple, symbolizing both the persecutions of Christians during the early years and the Light of Christ.
In this category, you can find handmade vigil oil candles and multi-vigil oil candles, as well as auxiliary items such as brackets for oil candles, cenotaph oil candles, home oil lamps, wicks and floats, and oil candle replacement cups.
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