Candles

This is the latest candle I got. I got it for free, and didn’t think I’d like it, but I do.

They used wax for a long time before the Americas were discovered. They were extremely expensive so only royals and those types could burn them. They also still had a honey scent, so burning them smelled sweet. It was still a long time before the people in the Americas could do with more than tallow candles, and needless to say, they didn't smell sweet. Yes, candles have been around a long time, but most people could only use oil burners, a small dish with oil and a wick at one, or both, ends. This are one of the reasons there were so many fires, because anything the oil landed on and if the wick was burning then there was a better than 50% chance it would spread. It is on a wood table... or worse... This is why many places, i.e. plantations, the 'cook house' was not attached to the main house.

These are interesting knowledge about the candles. Today I don't use a real candle. I wonder whether I shall buy the digital candle as it can look real and also be much more environmental.

My relatives and myself used to use candles to warm up an evening until my relatives adopted cats as companions and the fear of the cats knocking down the candles which could start house fires.

We Indians used to burn earthen lamps and later lanterns.

I love candles, they bring a bit of warmth, peace, and tranquility to the home.

Yup. I'm burning two candles (tea lights actually) right now to "warm up" the place... I'm too cheap to turn up the furnace and I have a million candles I've gotten over the years for free or cheap.

What were the original ones in Egypt and Rome made from if not wax?

Interesting facts! Well, we used to have days of big power cuts in 1990s and often used to study with candles. We always remember those days of struggle and how we still used to enjoy our times then! By the way, what does the image you shared signifies?

In ancient Rome, candles were made from animal fat or beeswax. Romans believed that candles could ward off evil spirits.

I love candles.

I like burning candles, too. My favorite scent is Black Cherry.

Strong scented candles give me a headache; but I do have a ton of different kinds of candles.

Thank you for enriching my knowledge. I didn't know that.

That's not a candle in the photo, is it ? We keep candles in a specific box in case of an emergency.

I love scented candles and have some to light when I am in the mood. DId that Yeti also like candles?

I love candles. I've got absolutely loads. Did you know that you can make your own using the wax covering from cheeses ...like babybel.

I have quite a collection of candles, but seldom light one, these days. Still, always handy for any power cuts

It's true some candles can be pricey, but the cozy atmosphere they create is totally worth it for many of us.

as a child, i really disliked candles cause the wax smell was intense for me. but, when scented candles came, that was when i started to breathe and blooming due to happiness