Shabbat candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset on Friday night. Since the Chanukah candles are lit during or after sunset, which is already the Sabbath (on which it is prohibited to create a flame), there are specific rules for Shabbat Chanukah.
1) The Chanukah lights are kindled immediately before the Shabbat candles are lit.
2) Because the Chanukah lights must burn for at least a half an hour after sunset, extra oil is used or larger candles should be lit.
* Judaica stores often have special larger, longer candles available.
* Many people create makeshift menorahs and use Shabbat candles, which burn
much longer than the thin Chanukah candles.
3) After the Chanukah candles are lit, and a moment is taken to enjoy their light, the Shabbat candles are kindled. Click here for Shabbat Candle-lighting directions.
On Saturday night, the Chanukah candles are lit after the Havdalah ceremony, which separates the Sabbath from the weekday, is recited.
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