Many people think that window candles show style and refinement, but they very often ignore or simply don’t know the window candle tradition. It is true that its long history back to the Colonial times of the United States is now fallen into oblivion, but the symbolism of this tradition is very touching and dear to many. The window candle was used to show the warmth and security of a home, as well as the loyalty of the family members for those not present.
Where it all started
The window candle tradition is very much related to the symbolism of the fire in the old times. It suggests warmth and security from the dangers of a challenging and very often unfriendly world. Fire and subsequently the candle in the window are associated with home meals as we need fire to cook and with the family hearth stability. Not only in the American tradition, but in other cultures as well, a window candle was used as a outward support and loyalty sign of the family for one beloved member traveling.
The light of the candle is more the a way to keep the person vivid in the family’s memory, but also a guide in his or her path. It lets that person know that he or...