Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. (MyJewishLearning) — The Hebrew word Chanukah literally means “dedication.” (In modern Hebrew, […]
Category: Chanukah
Is Chanukah in the Bible?
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. (MyJewishLearning) — There is no mention either of the holiday of Chanukah, […]
8 Chanukah traditions from around the world
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning (MyJewishLearning) —Many of the most well-known Chanukah traditions are universal. Whether you’re […]
Chanukah themes and theology
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. Photo credit: Hazon (MyJewishLearning) — Chanukah is today a time of celebration […]
Public displays of Chanukiyot
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. Photo credit: Michael Kauffmann/Wikimedia (MyJewishLearning) — Not every commandment is given a […]
A Zionist Chanukah
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. Photo credit: PikiWiki IsraelChanukah at Kibbutz Gan Shmuel circa 1952 (MyJewishLearning) — […]
Are there special synagogue services during Chanukah?
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. (MyJewishLearning) — Though not as elaborate as other Jewish holiday services, there […]
How to play dreidel
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. (MyJewishLearning) — The Hebrew word for dreidel is sevivon, which, as in […]
How many candles are needed for Chanukah?
Courtesy of MyJewishLearning. Photo credit: Getty (MyJewishLearning) — You need 44 candles for every menorah […]
Gift Guide 2024
Please visit these fine retailers for all of your Chanukah needs. Adath Israel’s Coleman Family […]