Please note, Encanto is rated PG. In Encanto, there's the magic candle that gives the Family Madrigal their powers. It can never go out, otherwise everyone will lose their special gifts.
In some ways, the candle in Encanto reminds me of the Paschal Candle. While there are no dire consequences if it goes out, the Paschal Candle is supposed to remain lit throughout the entire Easter Season (at least for all of worship during that time). The candle in Encanto gives everyone their gifts, and as we've discussed before, these gifts are similar to the gifts we receive through the Holy Spirit. Baptism is the key moment when we receive the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives, and it is one of the services where we are supposed to have the Paschal Candle displaced and lit, even if it is not in the Easter Season. Finally, the candle in Encanto is given as a miracle to Alma Madrigal as she is escaping with her family from people trying to hurt them. There's a parallel here with the Israelites journeying out of Egypt to the Promised Land. In fact, when the Paschal Candle is lit at the start of the Easter Vigil, there's a mention of the Ancient Israelites' journey. In symbolizing Jesus Christ's death and Resurrection, the Paschal Candle also reminds us of our own journey out of sin and back into our full relationship with God. While the candle in Encanto isn't the same as the Paschal Candle by any means, it is a tool that can remind us what the Paschal Candle is for us as well as its importance to us in our own lives of Faith. Disclaimer: unless otherwise stated, the majority of images produced here are not owned or created by me. Commenting is encouraged. Please use discretion leaving comments below, letting the love of God guide you.
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