What blessing should one recite upon seeing a candle on the night of Tisha b'Av that falls on Saturday night (when separated from the Havdalah service)?
Synopsis
When seeing a candle on Saturday night of Tisha b'Av, one recites "Borei m'orei ha'aish" (Blessed is the Creator of light sources) without mentioning spices, as spices are associated with pleasure inappropriate for the fast day.
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