Jerusalem Shabbat Candlesticks

One of the most beautiful events in the Jewish week is when the Shabbat candles are lit. It is a lovely moment of acknowledging the coming Shabbat, where the whole household slows down and takes a breath as the candles are lit. It is customary to take a few moments for personal prayer at this time. It is said that Sarah, the wife of Abraham, would light candles every Shabbat,...