Lighting for an Alzheimer's Patient
Question
Candles were lit for an Alzheimer's patient who sometimes remembers that today is Hanukkah and knows the laws, and sometimes does not, and even if told, he forgets immediately afterward, and is considered like a fool. If candles were lit for him at a time when he did not remember and was like a fool, does he need to light again when he regains his memory?
Answer
He needs to light again.
Source
R"H 28, Shulchan Aruch Orach Chaim, Siman 675
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