white candles

Colorless wax cylinders

White candles are plain, uncolored candles used in religious ceremonies, rituals, magic, and everyday lighting.

In spiritual contexts, white represents purity, peace, or neutrality—a white candle can substitute for any colored candle when the specific color isn't available.

She lit white candles on the altar.

The power was out, so we found some white candles in a drawer.

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  • waxPliable waterproof substance
  • wickFuel-drawing cord
  • flameBurning gas made visible
  • glowSteady, soft light
  • altarSacred ritual table

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color

white candlesblack candles

Dark-colored wax lights

red candles · green candles

scent

white candlesscented candles

Wax sticks emitting fragrance

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G