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Lighting in the Synagogue When There Is No Public Prayer

Question

In our synagogue in the settlement, there is no regular minyan for the Maariv prayer; only individuals come in to pray. Should we light the Chanukah candles?

Answer

No, Chanukah candles are lit only in a place where people gather for prayer.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 671

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