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    Happy Chanukkah everyone! What is the name of the candle that lights the Menorah?

    Question #52956. Asked by Buck540. (Dec 07 04 4:14 PM)


    peasypod

    		The Shamash candle is used to light the other eight candles since it is forbidden to use the Hanukkah lights for any purpose other than viewing.


    Dec 07 04, 4:57 PM

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