The Merits That You Can Get Out From A Candle

By Sherry Gross


There are actually a lot of things which can be associated with candles. But initially, they are used in order to provide light. But other than this, it has more uses than you think. Maybe due to the way you use it, you come to think of a limited purpose for it. But if you think about how it can serve its purpose, you can see a lot.

Basically, they first appeared in China during the year 200 BC. The first products were made from whale fat. But then with the advancement of time, high standard ones were already made. Right now, you will already see high quality products which are even delicately designed. One of the high quality candles you will ever find is the Bali candle.

It has had its greatest role when electricity has not yet been invented. During those times, candles have become a very important trade. But now, they are only used to provide light in areas that cannot be reached by the electricity line and during brown outs. But other than that, they are also used for the following purposes.

One is that it serves as a prop for different events like in festivals. One notable engagement where this item is the center is the famous Thai festival called Loi Crathong. But other than this festival, there are many other activities and celebrations in which make use of them. Not to mention, there are a lot of them in Indonesia although it may not be the center.

Also, it has quite a big role in several religious beliefs. Particularly in Christianity, they make use of this item in many different ways during their celebrations, rituals, and practices. Actually, they associate the item with the light of Christ. In other religion, you will also see this used most of the time since it has a spiritual meaning unique to each religion.

Other than that, the products of today have really elevated. Aside from its ordinary and plain stalk form, there are a lot of designs which you can get. You will really be proud of decorating it for your altars, gardens, living room, and other areas. This is actually how the products in Bali are made of. If you come to visit the place, you can tour around admiring the craft.

But other than their aesthetic purpose, they are also used as an item for relaxation in spas. Basically, they are use in aromatherapy. The patient relaxes on the bed while being given the treatment. All this time, they are made to inhale the sweet fragrance. With this, people afford of them to fill their homes with the fragrance.

Still another use of this item is to warm the surrounding during the cold season. Since it gives off heat, it is capable of bringing some warmth into the air. So during the cold weather, they can be of use. So with houses that do not have a chimney for natural heating, they will do.

So basically, all of those are the purposes with which the candles are used for. But you will really take pleasure in the the products you will find in Bali. If one day, you can get there, then you can take some as your souvenir items. With this, you can acquire all the merits which a candle has to give.




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