Light Shabbat Candles

 

A few minutes before sunset on Friday night, we welcome Shabbat by lighting candles and saying a special blessing. It is traditional to light light two candles, but some light more to include the entire family.

Blessing over the candles

During this ritual, we say. a special blessing:

Hebrew

בָּרוּךְ אַתָּה יְיָ אֱלֹהֵינוּ מֶלֶךְ הָעוֹלָם אֲשֶׁר קִדְּשָׁנוּ בְּמִצְוֹתָיו וְצִוָּנוּ לְהַדְלִיק נֵר שֶׁל שַׁבָּת

Baruch atah adonai, eloheinu mulch halal, asher kideshanu bemitzvotav vetzivanu lehadlik ner shel Shabbat.

English

Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Overseeer of all existence, who commands us to light this candle on Shabbat.

You can follow along with the video below:

CANDLE AND FIRE SAFETY

Lighting the candles is an important part of celebrating Shabbat. The safety of our community is our top priority so please be aware of the following fire safety precautions:

  • Lighting Shabbat candles is a ritual that requires adult supervision.

  • Only burn candles within sight. Never leave candles unattended.

  • Secure candles to the holders before lighting.

  • Never burn a candle on or near anything that can catch fire (tablecloth, drapes, napkins, etc.)

  • Avoid drafts, vents, or air currents.

  • Keep candles and fire away from children and pets. Candles are not a toy.

  • Never touch or move a candle or the holder while it is burning.

  • Days Shabbat Shalom Candle Holders are not to be used with candles greater than 4” tall.

  • Days Shabbat Shalom Candle Holders can hold a maximum of 1 candle per holder.

 
 
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