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On the first night of Hanukkah you light two candles. You always light the candle at the top. This candle is used to light the other candles. Excluding the candle at the top, you light the candles like this:
* Day one- the first candle. * Day two- the first and second candle. * Day three- the first, second and third candle. And so on.
What else can I help you with?
Why are the candles on the menorah blue?
The candles on the Menorah can be of any color.
Why are there 15 candles on the menorah?
There are only eight candles on the menorah; plus a ninth which is used to light the other candles.
How many candles holders are on menorah?
there are 8 candles
Does the menorah has seven candles?
The menorah of the Holy Temple had 7 oil lamps (Exodus ch.25). However the specialized Hanukkah menorah (Chanukiah) has 9 candles.
What is the menorah lit by?
The candles (or oil) of the menorah are lit with the shamash (the helper candle), which is positioned on the menorah either slightly higher or lower than the other candles but not on the same level as them.
When to place candles in hanukkiah menorah?
The candles are put into the Hanukkiah (Hanukkah-menorah) starting on the first evening) of Hanukkah. The candles are lit in the early evening after sunset or later.
What kind of candles are used in the menorah?
For the Hanukkah menorah (chanukiah), any kind of candle that will fit, provided they burn at least 1/2 hour after dusk.
What colour are the menorah candles?
They can be any color.
What is the traditional color of the menorah candles?
There are no traditional colors for Hanukkah candles. They can be anything.
What do the candles on the menorah symbolize in Jewish tradition?
The candles on the menorah symbolize the miracle of Hanukkah, where a small amount of oil lasted for eight days in the Jewish Temple.
Who lights the candles on the menorah?
In some households, each person lights a separate menorah. In others, the father of the family lights the menorah.
How do you use a menorah?
Light candles in it and say the blessings.
