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Welcome, dear listeners.
Today, let's delve into the beautiful practice of candle lighting before Shabbat. In the flicker of those flames lies a profound lesson. As the sun dips below the horizon on Friday evening, Jewish households around the world usher in the Shabbat with the lighting of candles. This act is more than just a tradition; it's a mitzvah, a commandment that has illuminated our people's homes for thousands of years.
The candles bring peace and harmony into our homes. They remind us of the Divine command to "remember" and "guard" the Shabbat, as we read in the Ten Commandments. The sages explain that these two terms refer to the positive and prohibitive aspects of Shabbat observance. By lighting the candles, we actively "remember" Shabbat, welcoming it with joy and setting the stage for a day of rest and spiritual rejuvenation.
But there's even more to it. The Shabbat candles are also a symbol of the Jewish soul. Just as the flame always reaches upward, striving for connection with something beyond itself, so too does the Jewish soul yearn for a connection with its Creator. As we light the candles, we are reminded to elevate ourselves, to rise above the mundane and connect with the Divine.
Let's carry the light of the Shabbat candles into our week, brightening our lives and the lives of those around us with kindness, warmth, and a commitment to spiritual growth.
Thank you for joining. May your Shabbat be peaceful and bright.
This podcast was produced and sponsored by Daniel Aharonoff.