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Washing Hands Before Lighting

Question

Is it obligatory to wash hands before lighting candles?

Answer

According to the basic law, there is no obligation to wash hands before lighting Hanukkah candles, but some say it is good to wash hands.

Source

Kav HaYashar (Chapter 96) in the name of Maharil; Azmera LeShimcha (Page 118).

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