Small Hanukkah Candles on Erev Shabbat

Place and order of lighting Hanukkah candles

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Question

Is it permissible to use colored candles on Erev Shabbat of Hanukkah?

Answer

Colored candles intended for children that burn only for half an hour should not be used on Erev Shabbat for children above the age of education, as the candles need to burn for at least half an hour after nightfall. However, in a situation of necessity, for children, it is sufficient if the candles burn even for half an hour after sunset. But the simple colored candles do not burn even for this duration, and for children on Erev Shabbat, one should use candles that will burn for at least half an hour after sunset.

Source

Mishnah Berurah (Siman 679, Se'if Katan 2; Bi'ur Halacha Siman 672, Se'if 1, 'only'). Azmera Leshimcha (Issue 119).

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