Western Christians celebrate advent from Dec. 1-24.听Children often get small gifts or chocolates each day in anticipation of Christmas. Maybe you've seen the calendars with hidden chocolates? In addition to the daily ritual, the four Sundays in advent are marked with the lighting of special candles, often referencing gifts and virtues associated with Jesus such as hope, love, joy and peace.
But eastern traditions have already started advent. Since November 15, the Christmas fast of 40 days, ending on January 7.
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