Israeli Shabbat and Holiday Candle Lighting Times Released
The C14 organization has published the times for Shabbat and holiday candle lighting and departure across Israel for Sukkot, September 25, 2026. The times are provided for major cities including Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Beersheba, as well as for the Rabbeinu Tam string, an additional observance for some.
For Jerusalem, Shabbat is set to begin at 5:56 PM and end at 7:07 PM. In Tel Aviv, candles will be lit at 6:13 PM and Shabbat will conclude at 7:09 PM. Haifa's times are 6:05 PM for lighting and 7:09 PM for departure.
Beersheba will observe candle lighting at 6:14 PM, with Shabbat ending at 7:09 PM. The article also includes times for Gaza City, Hebron, Eilat, Karmiel, Beit She'an, and Ariel.
Additionally, the digest includes the traditional blessing recited when lighting Shabbat and holiday candles, a prayer for family well-being, and a plea for divine remembrance and guidance.
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