May schoolchildren read by candlelight on Shabbat?
Synopsis
The Mechaber permits schoolchildren to read by candlelight because their fear of their teacher prevents them from touching the lamp. The Rambam and Tur require the teacher's presence; the Rashba permits even without the teacher present.
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