▷ How Long Do Hanukkah Candles Stay Lit?

The burning of the Menorah is one of the most important symbols of the Festival of Lights, otherwise know as Hanukkah. Burning brightly, for how long do Hanukkah candles stay lit? This article will provide you with an answer.

The Hanukkah candles should remain lit for a period of one hour. According to the laws of the Talmud, the candles must remain lit from the time it is lit until one full hour has elapsed. This applies to all eight days. Most people therefore, light the candles shortly before sunset and then relight them the next night before sundown.

The Menorah that is used during the Hanukkah Festival consists of eight candles, with one Shamash, or ‘servant’ candle, which is the tall candle used to light the other eight. The Shamash is placed in the middle of the Menorah and all the other candles go to each side. The other eight candles are referred to as ‘the lights’ and the first candle is lit with the Shamash the first night, followed by two candles the second night, three candles the third night, and so on, until all eight flames are lit.

It is important that each candle is lit in a straight line from right to left. According to Jewish tradition, when lighting the Menorah, you should recite a blessing each night of the Festival. On the first night, recite both the lighting blessing and the Hanukkah blessing. After that you should recite either one or the other, but never both at the same time.

The candle should remain lit for a full hour, which is why it is suggested you light it shortly before sunset. This means that you should wait to light the Menorah until you are certain it is the correct time of night to do so. Once it has been lit and no longer requires the Shamash candle to light, it should be placed in furthermost right position, as this holds symbolic importance for the Jewish faith.

To ensure the candle remains lit for its full hour, it’s important to make sure the wick has not been extinguished by the wind or any sudden movements. If it is extinguished before the hour is out, the Jewish faith does not require you to relight it – you simply carry on with the granted blessing as normal.

In conclusion, by understanding all aspects of the Menorah, you can be sure to keep your candles burning brightly for a full hour each night of the Hanukkah Festival. It’s a wonderful way to brighten your home and enjoy the spirit of the occasion.

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Last update 2023-11-27. Price and product availability may change.