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Using a Lighter to Light Candles

Question

Is it permissible to use an electronic lighter to light Shabbat candles?

Answer

It is permissible, but one should wait until the flame burns on its own (for those who do not insist on extinguishing the matches after lighting).

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chayim, Siman 263

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