Imani stands for faith
On the seventh day of Kwanzaa the we light the green candle. This candle is symbolic of the prosperity and success. The placement and order of the Kwanzaa candles teach and reinforce valuable lessons for the family. The green candle is symbolic of a prosperous future which comes about as a result of work and effort. Hence, the family or community rewards the children and youth for their achievements.
The Kwanzaa principle “Faith” is the bedrock or foundational principle. Faith is what sustains us in difficult times, allowing us to see beyond the immediate. For children and youth as well as adults, this principle is provides grounds for hope and possibility.
