Advent means "coming" or "arrival", and heralds the beginning of the Church year. The Advent season begins the Sunday nearest November 30 and continues until December 24. In Advent we prepare for the birth of Jesus Christ. Its primary color is purple, the color of royalty, to welcome the coming King. The wreath is circular with four candles representing the centuries of waiting for the Messiah, the Light of the World, the fulfillment of God's promise to His world. -- Candles not included. -- Resin -- 8 1/2" Diameter