YAHRZEIT CANDLEWe honour the memory of our loved ones by the tradition of lighting a yahrzeit candle or (ner nesahma soul candle). It serves to remind us of the fragility of life and to embrace our life and that of our loved ones. As it burns pure and bright, so may the memory of our beloved brighten and purify our lives. A candle is believed to be a symbol of the soul. Take a moment when lighting this candle to think about the unique light the person brought to the