1. In the third month — Sivan — the theme of Jewish unity plays an important role. Jews must bring the Oneness of G‑d into the world and make the world a dwelling place for G‑d. The Jewish woman has the power to make her home a mini-Sanctuary.
2. Mitzvos illuminate even the mundane aspects of the world, and the by-ways of a person’s life. The ‘perfect’ world includes crooked things that a Jew must straighten out. Candle lighting brings more light into the world.