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Lighting Shabbat Candles with the Help of a Non-Jew

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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