Candlemas
In Luke chapter 2, Christ is brought to the Temple by his parents where he is presented to the Lord. This feast, which is kept today, 2 February is often called Candlemas because on this day candles, which will be used in church for the rest of the year, are blessed. This custom is inspired by the Canticle of Simeon, in which he calls Christ "a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for the glory of Israel".
This window is in Downside Abbey church.
Candlemas
In Luke chapter 2, Christ is brought to the Temple by his parents where he is presented to the Lord. This feast, which is kept today, 2 February is often called Candlemas because on this day candles, which will be used in church for the rest of the year, are blessed. This custom is inspired by the Canticle of Simeon, in which he calls Christ "a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for the glory of Israel".
This window is in Downside Abbey church.