Time for Accepting Shabbat on Hanukkah
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Question
How should one who usually accepts Shabbat at Plag Hamincha act during Hanukkah?
Answer
Shalom and Happy Hanukkah
It is not possible to accept Shabbat so early because it is forbidden to light Hanukkah candles before Plag Hamincha. Therefore, this Shabbat should be accepted later.
Source
Orach Chaim, Siman 679
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