Advent, a four-week season leading up to Christmas on Dec. 25, is a holiday that is celebrated in anticipation of the arrival of Jesus of Nazareth. Here's a look at the traditions, and what the ...

What is an Advent candle and wreath? The tradition of an Advent wreath with candles may date back to pre-Christian Germanic origins, the Catholic Education Resource Center says.

Advent is the start of the Christian church's liturgical year. It starts four weeks ahead of Christmas, which is usually the last Sunday in November of the first Sunday of December. It changes ...

For most Christian religions, Advent is a time of preparation for celebrating the coming of Christ. However, each Christian denomination that uses an Advent wreath and candles may do it a little ...

Like the Christmas tree, the Advent wreath has some roots in pre-Christian traditions, with its green branches and its candles bringing life and light to the darkness of winter.

Brilliant, I thought. Yes, we would be singing plenty of Christmas tunes before the 12 days of Christmas (during which we would likely sing few, since most people believe Christmas is just one ...

Croatia. About 86% of the people in this Balkan Peninsula country are Roman Catholic, and Advent is a big part of the religious life here. For some Croatians, preparations for Christmas actually ...

Expanded Advent was actually a common Christian practice up until the 11th or 12th century. The Advent Project, a small movement within the Episcopal Church, has aimed to bring it back, and almost ...

I’m learning more about Advent as I near 40. I’m no longer Catholic, but I find myself looking back on Christmas at the cathedral with a new appreciation.

During Advent, Rachel Campos-Duffy of Fox News shares the religious traditions she and her husband, Sean Duffy, are teaching their children today during the Christmas season.

That is how they celebrate Advent,” and, “They are just getting ready for Christmas.” My 3-year-old even pointed out to me a neighbor’s “Advent lights” with great enthusiasm.