Speak to Aaron and say to him: When you raise up the lamps, the seven lamps shall cast their light toward the face of the menorah. ( Numbers 8:2) Rashi notes the strange use of the word " behaalosecha" to raise up (as opposed to kindle or to light) and explains : He is required to kindle the lamp until the flame rises by itself, on its own accord (Shabbat 21a). To light a candle would imply that the responsibility lies simply in the act of lighting. God is commanding Aharon to do more than just kindle a flame but to ensure that the flame will stand on its own accord. This is not a simple task. Anyone can strike a match but knowing how to kindle a lasting fire can be a difficult task. I am the proud owner of a Webber gas grill. In our family bbqing wasn't just a mode of cooking but a lifestyle. At family gatherings the children will generally be occupied by my mother with some sort of craft while the men stand around the grill and cook copious amounts of meat. Personally I hate charcoal grilling. Somehow my coal (and yes even the match light) won't start for me. The food ends up tasting like lighter fluid and leaves a bad after taste in my mouth. It just seems to take way too much energy to get it started. A gas grill lights in two seconds and gives me the flavor I am looking for. But I appreciate those who are looking for a more "authentic" BBQ experience and are willing to put in the work to get a good fire started. It is not an easy task. The lighting of the Menorah is ofte
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