Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Candlemas, celebrated on February 2, commemorates the presentation of 

Jesus at the Temple and the purification of Mary, marking the end of the 

Christmas season.

Significance and History

Candlemas, also known as the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, /is a Christian holiday observed on February 2. It commemorates the event 

described in Luke 2:22-40, where Mary and Joseph bring the infant Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem for purification and dedication, as required by Jewish law. This event occurs forty days after Christmas, symbolizing the completion of the Christmas season. 

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The name "Candlemas" derives from the tradition of blessing candles on this 

day, symbolizing Christ as the Light of the World. This practice dates back to 

the early Church, particularly in Jerusalem, where Christians would process 

with candles to honor the presentation of Jesus. Over time, this custom spread 

throughout Europe, becoming a significant feast day in many Christian 

denominations, including Roman Catholic, Anglican, and Orthodox churches. 

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