Obligation to Light Shabbat Candles
Question
gilat
When did the "command" to light the candles for shabbat and the moedim begin? Where is it written?
Blessing for a Long Life
Question
Mrs. Priva Newman
Dear Rabbi, why is there a custom that some people say to others, “May you live until 120”? Why that number? Thanks!
Braided Bunch
Question
Mrs. Priva Newman
Dear Rabbi, every Friday I make Challah for Shabbat. But I have no idea why I braid the Challahs I make, other than that’s what everyone else does! Is there any significance to braiding Challah?
Prayer – Lighting Shabbos Candles
Question
Rabbi Moshe Newman
Rabbi, when I prayer in front of the Shabbos lights on Friday evening, I pray for the welfare of all my children and parents, etc. Do I mention their names using their mother's name or do I mention their father's name?
Thank you.
Welcoming the Queen
Question
Mrs. Priva Newman
I have noticed the custom that when ladies light candles Friday afternoon they wave their hands in front of their eyes before they cover their eyes. What is the reason and source of this custom to wave before making the blessing? Thanking the Rabbi in advance.