When There is Still Light
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Question
There is very dim lighting in the room, and the candles add a lot of light, making it more convenient to read or do various things by candlelight. Is it permitted?
Answer
If there is a candle on the table, it is permitted to use its light from the outset, and similarly, if there is lighting in the room, it is permitted to use it, because in these cases, one is not using the light of the candles.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 673, סעיף א); Mishnah Berurah (ס"ק יא); Shaar HaTziyun (ס"ק יא); Azmera Leshimcha (Issue 118).
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