Extinguishing Candles by Blowing

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Question

Is there a source that Jews do not extinguish candles by blowing?

Answer

Sefer Kolbo, Siman 118
And one who extinguishes a candle with his mouth becomes epileptic

Menorat HaMaor (Alnakawa), Chupat Eliyahu Rabba, page 456
And one who extinguishes a candle with his mouth becomes epileptic.

Ben Ish Chai, second year, Parashat Pinchas, section 18
And do not extinguish the candle with your mouth

Source

Sefer Kolbo, Siman 118

Menorat HaMaor (Alnakawa), Chupat Eliyahu Rabba, page 456

Ben Ish Chai, second year, Parashat Pinchas, section 18

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