Place for Lighting a Candle on a Tombstone
Question
Hello,Is there a customary place for lighting a candle on a tombstone (at the top, middle, or edge). Is there a problem with setting a small fixture for the candle at the lower section tombstone (as there is no other accessible place)? Best regards.
Answer
Hello
There is no specific location for the candle, and one can place it wherever they wish.
It is permitted to install a fixture on the tombstone for lighting the candle.
Source
According to the halachot of the Hagaon, Harav Fried, shlita
Comments
Have an additional question on this topic or need clarification? Leave your comment below. (Please note that the comment will not be published but will be sent directly to the answering Rabbi for review and a private response)
Become our patrners in supporting and spreading the Torah
Help us answer more questions faster and better
Join the mission