Accepting Shabbat by Lighting Candles by His Wife

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Question

A man lighting Shabbat candles in place of his wife, does he also accept Shabbat?

Answer

No, however, it is written that it is advisable for him to explicitly state that he does not accept Shabbat if they are guests at the parents' home for Shabbat and candles are lit.

Source

Azmera Leshimcha (19-21)

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