Chag Urim Sameach - Happy Festival of Lights!
First Candle -
Chanukah (alternately spelled Hanukkah), meaning "dedication" in Hebrew, refers to the joyous eight-day celebration during which Jews commemorate the victory of the Maccabees over the armies of Syria in 165 B.C.E. and the subsequent liberation and "rededication" of the Temple in Jerusalem. The modern home celebration of Chanukah centers around the lighting of the chanukiyah, a special menorah for Chanukah; foods prepared in oil including latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (jelly doughnuts); and special songs and games.
Give the Gift of Camp for Chanukah!
Looking for a Chanukah gift that will last a lot longer than a bag of chocolate gelt? Give your child the summer of their life at Jewish camp!
Looking for a Chanukah gift that will last a lot longer than a bag of chocolate gelt? Give your child the summer of their life at Jewish camp!
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