Which item symbolizes the everlasting light of Christ near the casket?

• A. Prayer Cards
• B. Rosary
• C. Pall
• D. Paschal candle

Answer: (D)

The symbol of Christ’s everlasting light near the casket is the Paschal candle. This large candle is lit to represent Jesus as the light of the world and the promise of the resurrection. Placed near the casket during the vigil or funeral service, it reminds mourners that death does not end the life of faith and that light endures beyond the grave. The other items serve different roles—prayer cards are reminders for prayer, a rosary is a devotional aid, and a pall covers the casket as a symbol of baptismal dignity—so they do not convey the specific idea of eternal light in the same way.