candlemas Definition
- 1a Christian festival held on February 2nd, commemorating the purification of the Virgin Mary and the presentation of Christ in the Temple
- 2the day on which this festival is celebrated
Using candlemas: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "candlemas" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Candlemas is also known as the Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus and the Feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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In some cultures, Candlemas marks the end of the Christmas season and the beginning of spring.
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Candlemas is traditionally celebrated with the blessing of candles and a procession.
Phrases with candlemas
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Candlemas Day falls on February 2nd.
a religious ritual in which candles are blessed for use in the church and in homes
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The priest performed the blessing of the candles during the Candlemas service.
a religious procession in which candles are carried and blessed
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The Candlemas procession wound its way through the streets of the town.
Origins of candlemas
from Middle English 'Candelmasse', from Old English 'candelmæsse', meaning 'mass of candles'
Summary: candlemas in Brief
Candlemas [ˈkændlməs] is a Christian festival held on February 2nd, commemorating the purification of the Virgin Mary and the presentation of Christ in the Temple. It is also known as the Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus and the Feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Candlemas is traditionally celebrated with the blessing of candles and a procession.
