Description

Altar Brand 51% Beeswax Altar Candles – 1-15/16″ x 16″ | 2 Boxes of 6 (12 Candles Total)

A Sacred Light of Reverence, Tradition, and Enduring Beauty

Illuminate the sanctuary with the timeless beauty and dependable craftsmanship of the Altar Brand 51% Beeswax Altar Candles – 1-15/16″ x 16″. Crafted for the sacred setting of Catholic churches, chapels, and parish sanctuaries, these traditional altar candles unite the natural character of beeswax with the consistent performance and refined appearance expected of quality ecclesiastical candles.

Made with a 51% beeswax composition, each candle reflects the Church’s longstanding tradition of using beeswax in sacred worship. Their smooth, ivory-toned appearance and classic cylindrical form complement both historic and contemporary sanctuaries, bringing warmth, dignity, and a graceful presence to the celebration of the Holy Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, and other solemn liturgical observances.

Each candle measures 1-15/16 inches in diameter and 16 inches in height, offering an elegant vertical profile suited to compatible altar candlesticks and sanctuary candle arrangements. Their traditional proportions allow them to harmonize beautifully with ecclesiastical furnishings while contributing to the reverent atmosphere of divine worship.

Altar Brand candles are crafted to perform with consistency and beauty, providing sacristans, clergy, and parish communities with a dependable choice for their ongoing liturgical candle needs.

Conveniently packaged in boxes of six and offered in a bulk quantity of two boxes, totaling 12 candles, this product provides a practical supply for churches maintaining coordinated altar candle arrangements throughout the liturgical year.

Whether illuminating the sanctuary before the faithful assemble for Mass or accompanying moments of silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, these traditional beeswax altar candles serve as visible reminders of Christ, the Light of the World.

Features & Details

• Product: Altar Brand 51% Beeswax Altar Candles

• Brand: Altar Brand

• Candle Height: 16 inches

• Candle Diameter: 1-15/16 inches

• Wax Composition: 51% beeswax

• Color: Traditional ivory/natural wax appearance

• Design: Classic cylindrical altar candles

• Performance: Crafted for consistent and dependable burning

• Style: Traditional ecclesiastical candles

• Packaging: 6 candles per box

• Bulk Quantity: 2 boxes

• Total Quantity: 12 candles

• UPC: 071530002451

• Ideal For: Catholic churches, cathedrals, chapels, monasteries, convents, parish sanctuaries, and other sacred worship spaces

• Liturgical Uses: Holy Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Benediction, and appropriate church celebrations

The Sacred Tradition of Beeswax Candles in Catholic Worship

Throughout the centuries, beeswax candles have occupied a distinguished place in the sacred liturgy of the Catholic Church. Their natural beauty and luminous flame have long been associated with the reverence, solemnity, and spiritual symbolism of divine worship.

In Christian tradition, the burning candle recalls Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Light of the World, whose presence dispels darkness and whose sacrifice brings the promise of eternal salvation.

The flame rising toward heaven serves as a visible reminder of divine light and the prayers of the faithful, while the candle itself, gradually consumed as it burns, evokes the offering of self in love and service to God.

Beeswax holds particular significance within this tradition. Its natural origin and longstanding use in ecclesiastical candle making reflect the Church’s appreciation for materials that express beauty, dignity, and sacred purpose.

The Altar Brand 51% Beeswax Altar Candles honor this enduring heritage through their traditional composition, refined appearance, and dependable craftsmanship.

Their substantial 16-inch height and carefully proportioned 1-15/16-inch diameter create an elegant presence within the sanctuary, complementing traditional altar candlesticks and other ecclesiastical furnishings designed to accommodate their dimensions.

A Beautiful Expression of Reverence at the Altar

The lighting of altar candles is among the quiet yet meaningful preparations that accompany the Church’s sacred celebrations. Before the faithful gather for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, the sanctuary is prepared with care, and the illumination of its candles contributes to the beauty and solemnity of divine worship.

During Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction, candlelight further enriches the prayerful atmosphere surrounding devotion to Our Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament.

These traditional Altar Brand candles provide a dignified means of maintaining that sacred illumination. Their smooth ivory-toned surfaces and graceful cylindrical proportions harmonize with a variety of church interiors, from historic Gothic cathedrals to contemporary parish chapels.

For sacristans, clergy, and parish communities seeking dependable altar candles, the 51% beeswax composition offers a traditional choice rooted in the Church’s longstanding appreciation for quality liturgical materials.

The convenient bulk supply of 12 candles also supports the practical needs of parish sacristies, providing a coordinated quantity for altar arrangements, regular liturgical celebrations, and ongoing sanctuary maintenance.

At All Catholic Gifts, we believe that the objects entrusted to the service of the Church should reflect the beauty, dignity, and sacred purpose of divine worship. These Altar Brand beeswax altar candles embody that commitment, uniting traditional materials, dependable craftsmanship, and reverence for the sacred liturgy.