Ask the Rabbi
- Shabbat and Holidays
- Channukah
- Candle Lighting
Question
Which is better to light Chanuka candles with, wax candles or with canola oil?
Answer
Oil is better since it is Zecher Lamikdash. Olive oil is even better.
Rabbi Ya'akov Ariel
leftover chanuka oil and wicks
Rabbi Yoel Lieberman | Tevet 1, 5775
Lighting extra Chanuka Menorahs
Rabbi Elchanan Lewis | 6 Tevet 5767
Chanuka latest candle lighting time
Various Rabbis | Kislev 25, 5768
