Why do we light Shabbat candles, and what makes this mitzvah so significant? Explore the Rambam’s laws of Shabbat candle lighting, including when to light, who is obligated, which oils and wicks may be used, and the safeguards surrounding candlelight on Shabbat. The lesson also reveals the deeper spiritual meaning of Shabbat candles and the unique power of Jewish women and girls to bring light into the world.

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