[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Every mitzvah that we do brings Divine energy and light into this world, but only the mitzvah of Shabbos candles merges that radiance with the physical glow of the candles. Especially during these times of spiritual darkness, the lights of Shabbos illuminate our path so we will not stumble, regardless of the obstacles we face.
The act of lighting candles ushers in the peace of Shabbos, which ushers in the ultimate peace of the Messianic era in which we currently find ourselves. In our era, all the inherent conflicts within creation are being resolved, and the underlying divine purpose is being revealed. Every woman who has lit Shabbos candles knows that feeling of instant relief that floods over us when the hectic Friday afternoon rush recedes and the tranquility of Shabbos enters. The candles cast a captivating spell over the entire household, promoting peace and harmony, with aftereffects that last the entire week.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
