candle lighting

Learn when to light candles and prepare for the second night of Rosh Hashanah when it follows Shabbat, plus the meaning and different levels of teshuva

A moving reflection on the spiritual meaning of Rosh Hashanah, and embracing God's call as a new year begins with hope, faith, and heartfelt connection

When and how to light, the blessings, who is obligated, and the deeper spiritual significance of this cherished Jewish mitzvah

A practical guide to Yom Tov halachot: food preparation, fire use, muktzeh, candle lighting, carrying, and the mitzvah of simchat Yom Tov

Creative, meaningful ideas to transform your Shabbat candles into a moment of beauty, peace, and spiritual connection

In our homes brilliantly illuminated with electric light, what do two little flames contribute?

Lighting shabbat candles and its impact on the home.

Understanding the Proper Conduct During Chanukah Candle Lighting According to the Rulings of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Essential Shabbat Candle-Lighting Rules: What You Need to Know About Eating and Drinking After the Blessing

Lighting Shabbat Candles in Hotel Rooms: Practical Guidance for Travelers

Guidelines for Proper Shabbat Candle-Lighting Procedures When Multiple Families Share a Residence

The spiritual meaning behind the Jewish custom of lighting a candle for the deceased — how its light brings comfort, elevation, and peace to the soul

Why washing hands, lighting candles, and giving charity elevate the mitzvah and open the gates of blessing