Advent starts this year on December 3rd, and will last until December 24th. Advent is the beginning of the liturgical year, and is period of waiting and anticipation for Christians. The word "Advent" comes from the the Latin word "Adventus" which means "coming or arrival." The season of advent anticipates the coming of Christ from three angles: The physical nativity in Bethlehem, The reception of Christ in the hearts of the believers, and the eschatological second coming of Jesus Christ. Traditionally, a wreath with four candles is set out, and one candle is lit every week.