Advent Symbols
Objective
I can list and explain the symbols of Advent
Advent Symbols
Advent Wreath
Jesse Tree
Advent Calendar
Activity 1: Read about the symbols of Advent and make a tree map classifying each symbol of Advent and explain how it connects to the meaning of Advent.
Complete on the Thinking Maps learning community and upload onto Google Classroom or complete the assignment on paper. You may color the images if you finish early.
Advent Symbols.pdfDiscussion Questions
Which symbol of Advent is made from evergreen branches formed into a circle?
On which symbol of Advent are small doors opened to reveal an image of Jesus, a Scripture passage, or a small toy or piece of candy?
The circular shape of which symbol of Advent represents eternal life?
Which symbol of Advent is decorated with ornaments that represent important events and people from Salvation History?
The green color of which symbol of Advent represents hope for salvation?
Which symbol of Advent is connected to a prophecy from the Old Testament prophet Isaiah?
Which symbol of Advent marks each passing day of the season?
Which symbol of Advent is decorated with four candles, each representing one of the weeks of Advent?
Which symbol of Advent borrows the idea of a decoration for winter holidays that predates Christianity?
What do the purple candles of the Advent wreath represent?
What does the pink candle of the Advent wreath represent?