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https://yahadut.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/06-26-16.jpeg16201080Shabbat candles should be lit in the room where the Friday night meal will be held. The blessing recited is “Blessed are You, Lord our God, King of the universe, Who has sanctified us with His mitzvot and commanded us to light Shabbat candles.” Most women first light the candles, then cover their eyes and recite the blessing. Only after the blessing do they bask in the light of the candles. Some make the blessing first and then light the candles. Technically, lighting one candle is enough, because it fulfills the purpose of providing light in the home. However, the custom is to light two candles, one corresponding to Zakhor and one to Shamor. Some women light one candle for each member of the household. In addition to the candles, an electric light should be left on all night wherever it is necessary to avoid tripping if someone gets up ...