I like your idea, it is original. The execution is well down, too. The lighting is perfect. Maybe this would look even better with the color of the candle made to match the rest of the photo. But, it looks wonderful as is, too!
Fantastically well-taken image. Great lighting and creative, too! The only thing I would point out that there is a difference between "power" and "strength". Power is a more generic term, while strength is a word describing physical attributes such as raw strength and longevity. (you are by no means the only one. Check out this thread: kamps.org/g/?vkmv) I think you picture describes "power", but not "strength", and hence falls outside of the challenge. Sorry. (2)