How much does a candle for the repose cost?

In our project — free of charge, through donations and at our own expense.

For whom can one order a candle for the repose?

For any departed person: a relative, friend, or acquaintance. Indicate the name in your request.

Candle for the Repose of the Soul

Svichka.org · 2026-09-19

A candle for the repose of the soul is a sign of remembrance and a prayer for the departed soul. Order a candle for the repose free of charge — we will place it in the church.

A prayer you can see

Let your prayer become a candle in a church

We light a memorial candle with a prayer for repose and send you the photo in Telegram. It is free and takes a minute.

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✦ Over 200 candles already lit, you receive a photo of each in Telegram

What a Candle for the Repose Means

A candle for the repose is a prayer for the departed soul, a sign of remembrance and love that overcomes death. It is placed on the kanun — a special table in the church.

When to Place a Candle for the Repose

On the 9th and 40th day, on the anniversary of death, on memorial days, on the birthday of the departed. A candle may be placed on any day.

How to Order from Us

Leave a request: name, email, for whom the prayer is offered. We will place a candle in the church and send a photo via Telegram. Free of charge.

Candle and Sorokoust

For the most fervent prayer, you may order a candle and a sorokoust — 40 days of commemoration at the Liturgy.

Would you like us to light a candle for your prayer?

It is free. Leave your name — and we will light a candle in a church and send you the photo.

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