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Height of Hanukkah Candles in the Synagogue

Question

Is there also a requirement in the synagogue for the candles to be within ten tefachim from the ground?

Answer

No, and it is preferable that everyone sees the candles in a high place to publicize the miracle.

Source

Mishnah Berurah, Siman 671, Subparagraph 27.

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