Noah knows it's the Festival of Lights, not the Festival of Trucks, but when his parents allow him to integrate his favorite toys into their
Hanukkah celebration, history and excitement inspire his faith in new and unexpected ways.
Hanukkah commemorates the return of the Holy Temple to Jews in Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, during the second century BC.
"During the Sabbath of
Hanukkah, we actually use three scrolls."
Rachel is scandalized when Jacob suggests removing the letter "nun" from the dreidels (because, in his words, it would reduce costs by a quarter and the "nun" doesn't do anything anyway), and she teaches him an important lesson about appreciating
Hanukkah miracles.
Hanukkah is a symbol of light, hope, freedom and faith, and I hope that its message will contribute to even greater understanding and appreciation among all the peoples living in our homeland of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Here are eight fascinating
Hanukkah facts that you might not have known.
For some,
Hanukkah is a time to celebrate the courage of a Jewish heroine, a woman who defeated, against all odds, a powerful enemy with her wit, daring--and some salty cheese.
Hanukkah is observed for eight nights and days in honor of what has come to be called, " The Miracle of
Hanukkah." According to the Talmud, only one vial of oil was found to illuminate the Temple lamp which was required to burn all night, every night.
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