This Shabbat in Philadelphia
Shabbat Times for Philadelphia
Candle lighting, havdalah, and the weekly parsha, updated each week.
6:46pm
Friday, September 18
7:43pm
Saturday, September 19
Parashat Ha’azinu
פרשת האזינו
Tzom Gedaliah
Times computed from 40°4′N 75°11′W America/New_York. Sourced from Hebcal.
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Shabbat in Philadelphia
What time does Shabbat start in Philadelphia this week?
Candle lighting in Philadelphia this week is at 6:46pm on Friday, September 18. Shabbat ends with havdalah at 7:43pm 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 Philadelphia?
Shabbat candle lighting in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia for Shabbat dinner?
Kosher Connect lists the kosher restaurants, bakeries, and caterers in Philadelphia, 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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