Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Drafting the Menorah

Hi,

Yesterday we learned about the order of Chanukah and Shabbat candles.

On Shabbat one may not perform an action which will definitely result in a violation of Shabbat, even if that result is unintended. Therefore, one may not open a door opposite a flame if the resulting draft is guaranteed to increase or diminish the flame.

Therefore: When lighting the Menorah on Friday, make sure that the Menorah will not be directly exposed to open doors as you enter or leave the room on Shabbat.

[Note: The same will apply, every week, for Shabbat candles!]

(Code of Jewish Law Orach Chaim 680:1; Mishneh Berurah 680:2, 4),

Have a great day,
Mordechai

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