Placement of the Shamash in the Hanukkiah
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Question
There are Hanukkiahs where the Shamash is at the same level as the other candles, just positioned more to the side. Is there an advantage to having the Shamash higher?
Answer
It is customary to place the Shamash longer or higher than the other candles, so that if one uses the light, it is the light of the Shamash.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 673, סעיף 1); Mishnah Berurah (Subsection 20); Azmera Leshimcha (Issue 118).
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