Lighting Shabbat Candles with the Help of a Non-Jew
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Question
Is it permissible for a disabled person who cannot use their hands to bless the Shabbat candles if a non-Jew lights them for them?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
One cannot bless the lighting of candles that a non-Jew lit for them.
Source
Mishnah Berurah, Siman 263, Se'if Katan 21
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