In order to publicize the miracle of Chanukah, the Menora is lit - with the correct Brachot - in the synagogue, between Mincha and Ma'ariv.
The person who lit the Menora in shul has to light again at home, with the correct Brachot.
A mourner should not light the Menora in shul on the first night of Chanuka, since it's inappropriate for him to say "Shehechiyanu" in public. At home a mourner does say "Shehechiyanu" on the first night.
Source: Kitzur Shulchan Aruch 139:15
Chodesh Tov! Don't forget Ya'aleh Veyavo and Al Hanisim in the Amida and Birkat Hamazon.
- Danny
Monday, 1st day Rosh Chodesh Tevet, 5772, 6th day of Chanukah
Monday, December 26, 2011
Halocho #954 - The Chanukah Menorah in shul
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