This Shabbat in Boston
Shabbat Times for Boston
Candle lighting, havdalah, and the weekly parsha, updated each week.
6:30pm
Friday, September 18
7:29pm
Saturday, September 19
Parashat Ha’azinu
פרשת האזינו
Shabbat Shuva
Times computed from 42°20′N 71°7′W America/New_York. Sourced from Hebcal.
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Kosher restaurants in Boston
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Shabbat in Boston
What time does Shabbat start in Boston this week?
Candle lighting in Boston this week is at 6:30pm on Friday, September 18. Shabbat ends with havdalah at 7:29pm on Saturday, September 19.
What is this week's parsha?
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Ha’azinu.
How are candle-lighting times calculated for Boston?
Shabbat candle lighting in Boston is set 18 minutes before sunset on Friday. Havdalah is observed when three medium-sized stars are visible, approximately 8.5° below the horizon. All times are sourced from Hebcal and updated weekly.
Where can I find kosher restaurants in Boston for Shabbat dinner?
Kosher Connect lists the kosher restaurants, bakeries, and caterers in Boston, each with its certification status. Many close before Shabbat begins on Friday afternoon, so call ahead to confirm before you plan around them.
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