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| Friday, 03 October 2008 13:31 |
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Dear Rabbi, Can you tell me if, and what is the difference between, lighting candles on Friday night and on Erev Yom Tov? Answer: 1. First the beracha will be different 2. On yom tov eve we add “sheecheyanu” 3. The time. On Friday nights always before sun sets. On yom tov it can be later if you use a lighted candle. On the second night of Yom Tov always after nightfall. Remember when you light the candles it is a good time to add any blessing you wish to your family. Rabbi Chaim Dovrat |
