When do you light the menorah 2016?

For the duration of Shabbat, do not relight any flames that have gone out or move the menorah, nor should you prepare the Saturday night Chanukah lights during the Day of Rest. On Saturday night, light the menorah after Shabbat ends at nightfall. read more

Many Jews across the world will light the first candle on their menorah on Saturday evening to mark the start of the eight days and nights of Hanukkah, or Chanukah. The celebration, which is also known as the” festival of lights,” is often referred to as the Jewish equivalent of Christmas. This year, its start date will coincide with the Christian holiday. Here are five things to know about Hanukkah. read more

Ideally, you should light the menorah at the earliest possible opportunity. Only delay if you are awaiting the arrival of family members who wish to be present when the menorah is lit. The Chanukah lights may be lit as long as there are people in the streets, or as long as there is another family member awake to participate - but no later than one half hour before dawn. read more

Step 3: Light the Shamash The candle that is raised or in the center of the menorah is the shamash (helper candle). It’s the one you use to light the other candles. Light it first. read more

Menorah Miracle There is a reason why the menorah used for Hanukkah has eight branches, plus the middle ninth lamp, as opposed to the regular seven. Once the Second Temple had been rededicated, the Maccabees went to light the Menorah but found only enough olive oil to keep the candles alight for one day. read more