5: Kindle the Lights

Light one candle if you're single, two if you're married. Some women light a candle for each family member, so a mother of three lights five candles. Young girls should light first, so that their mother can assist them, if necessary, before accepting the Shabbat with her own lighting.

After lighting your candle or candles, draw your hands over the flames and toward yourself, bringing the peace and sanctity of Shabbat into your home and your life.

Cover your eyes to recite the blessing.