Is leftover oil in a candle that was lit on that Shabbat forbidden to move or use for the rest of that Shabbat?
Synopsis
All authorities agree that leftover oil from a candle lit on that Shabbat is forbidden to move or benefit from for the entire Shabbat. The oil is either a basis for the flame or is itself sanctified/designated for the mitzvah. A dispute exists about wax/tallow candles on Yom Tov.
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