In the video, a person is seen lighting a candle using a lighter. The candle is placed in a purple glass holder and is sitting on a table next to a lamp. The person's hand is visible in the frame, holding the lighter and lighting the candle. The flame from the lighter is used to ignite the wick of the candle, which then begins to burn. The video captures the moment the candle is lit and the flame begins to flicker. The surrounding area is dimly lit, emphasizing the glow of the candle flame.