Hanukkah Candles at a Height of 20 cm
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Question
I placed the candles on a stone 20 cm high near the entrance of the house. Did I fulfill the obligation?
Answer
There is a disagreement on this matter, but according to the law, it is considered that the obligation is fulfilled after the fact. However, in the future, it is preferable to place them at a higher location so that the candle is between 28.8-96 cm high.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 671, Paragraph 6); Mishnah Berurah (Seif Katan 26-27); Azmera Leshimcha Bulletin (Issue 118).