Israel Announces Shabbat Start and End Times for Parashat Matot-Masei on July 10, 2026

C14 has published the official Shabbat candle lighting and Havdalah times across various cities in Israel for Parashat Matot-Masei, corresponding to 28 Tammuz 5786 (July 10, 2026). The times include standard Shabbat start and end times as well as the later "Rabbenu Tam" times, which are observed by some communities.

In Jerusalem, Shabbat begins at 19:12 and ends at 20:29, with Rabbenu Tam ending at 21:05. Tel Aviv's Shabbat starts at 19:24 and ends at 20:33, with Rabbenu Tam at 21:06. Other cities such as Haifa, Beersheba, Gaza City, Hebron, Eilat, Carmiel, Beit She'an, and Ariel have their respective times listed, with Shabbat start times ranging from 19:13 to 19:32 and end times from 20:24 to 20:33.

The article also includes the traditional blessing recited when lighting the Shabbat candles, emphasizing the spiritual significance of the ritual. The blessing asks for divine favor, protection, and the merit of the matriarchs Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah. It concludes with a prayer for the eternal light of the candles and for God's presence among the people.

This information is intended to assist observant Jews in properly marking the beginning and end of Shabbat according to local times throughout Israel, ensuring adherence to religious customs for the weekly day of rest and spiritual reflection.