ארכיון של מאי 2017
Lighting Candles: A Spiritual Cure-all
The following article by Dr. Miriam Biber provides a unique perspective on the spiritual and psychological
"If I Let It" – Poem Preceding Shabbat Candle Lighting
This short poem by Trisha Arlin provides a “kavanah,” – a direction in which to focus
Post-Candle Lighting "Tkhine": An 18th Century Prayer
This short “tkhine” (supplication) is a para-liturgical prayer that is meant to be recited by women
Lighting Candles for Peace: A Sheikha and a Rabbi
This short poem, written by two women – a Jewish rabbi and Muslim sheikha – calls on readers
Detailed Guide to Shabbat Candles in Jewish Law
This is a highly technical article about the laws of lighting Shabbat candles according to
Candle Lighting Times
This short article explains exactly when to light Shabbat candles, according to Orthodox halacha, as well as
Young Girl Lights Her First Shabbat Candle
In this sweet seven-minute home video a young girl receives a silver Shabbat candlestick in a package in
Shabbat Candles FAQ
This article contains clear and detailed answers, according to an Orthodox Jewish perspective, to a
Shabbat Candle Lighting with Masculine and Feminine God-Language
This post presents the blessing for lighting the Shabbat candles on Friday night, both in
ברכת הדלקת הנרות בנוסח אשכנזי- הקלטה
קטע זה מכיל קישור להקלטת קול המדגימה, בקול ברור ונקי, את האופן בו מברכים על הנרות