Krampus Candle

Krampus is commonly referred to as the "darker" sidekick of Santa Claus because he essentially represents the polar opposite of St. Nicholas. In German folklore, Krampus is represented as a sort of Christmas devil complete with horns and cloven hooves. As one of the Companions of St. Nicholas, Krampus wanders the streets in chains and bells punishing children who have misbehaved. Krampus Night or Krampusnacht occurs on December 5th (the eve of the feast of St Nicholas) when he is offered fruit schnapps. While Santa dispenses gifts for the good children, Krampus is the bearer of coal and bundles of gold painted birch twigs called Ruten bundles. Krampus is alleged to periodically swat children who have misbehaved with one of the longer twigs. Sometimes, he carries a whip for the same purpose. Krampus presents Ruten bundles to families who leave them out as a reminder throughout the year for children to behave. Krampus is believed to have Pagan origins; though, his exact lineage is unclear. Some suggest he is the son of Hel in Norse mythology while others suggest he is similar to the satyrs and fauns of Greek mythology. Whatever his origins, he is a feared but beloved creature who adds a little chaos to the holiday mix. Krampus is depicted on a red glass encased, seven day candle fixed with aromatic herbs and oils. Our glass-encased candles will burn for approximately seven days or 120 hours. They can be reused once they have burned down as vases for holding flowers, turned into a container spell to keep on your altar or refilled with wax to burn again. They are simply too beautiful to throw away and the creative conjurer will find many possibilities for using the decorative glass container once the original wax has burned down. 2 1/2" Wide and 8 1/4" Tall Burns approximately 120 hours Lead-free wicks 100% highly refined paraffin wax with herbs, roots, spices and essential oils melted into the top Made in the U.S.A.