At the Doctor's During Lighting
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Question
My wife and I need to be at the doctor's during the lighting of the Hanukkah candles. Can we light them there?
Answer
It is not permissible to light there. Appoint a representative to light at home, and if that is not possible, light when you return home.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 673, סעיף 1) Mishnah Berurah and Beur Halacha (there); Azmera Leshimcha (Issue 118).
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