Lighting with a Floating Wick
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Question
Is there a problem with lighting using a floating wick? I heard it is forbidden.
Answer
There is no problem with this, and it is permissible to light them initially, fulfilling the enhancement of lighting with olive oil. Some who are meticulous light the wick for a short time to burn off the wax coating the wick. [Even according to those who are meticulous, the obligation is certainly fulfilled, and the discussion is only about whether there is the advantage and enhancement of lighting with olive oil].
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