ADVENT IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC.

The Advent time begins exactly 4 weeks before Christmas, when people are preparing for the celebrations and when decorations from the streets and shops are transferred to many a household. On the first Sunday of Advent, many people start decorating their homes and baking Christmas cookies, and Christmas or Advent markets appear in the town squares. 

The most common tradition of Advent in Czech households is to have an Advent wreath at home. Advent wreaths are not only carve out of wood and paint green, but are also made of conifer twigs. These living wreaths are the symbol of the eternal life promised by Jesus Christ. The round shape of the wreath express the unity of the community of people and God, the flame of the candles remind of Christ, as the light that illuminates each person with its flame of love.

Advent calendar is undoubtedly the most beautiful custom of the event. Nowadays it often becomes a tasty treat for children, because it is usually filled with goodies of all kinds. The Advent calendar should remind children of the meaning and significance of the four weeks before Christmas and at the same time shorten the wait until they see the decorated tree and the presents on Christmas Eve.

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