The tradition of building up to lighting eight oil lamps (plus one shamash, or servitor) over the Hanukkah period began in the 2nd century CE.
The menorah is made up of fragments from Iranian ballistic missiles, drones from Yemen, and rockets from Lebanon.
The Jerusalem Cinematheque is hosting the festival from December 28 - January 2, including wide-ranging genres and competitions.
Lighting the Hanukkah candles becomes an act of defiance against despair, a symbol of unwavering faith, and a reminder that even in the darkest times, the Jewish people can glow brightly.
Produced by Renanot – The Jewish Music Institute, Festivaladino Jerusalem aims to position the city as “the world capital of Ladino,” artistic director Ariel Lazarus explains.
Bialik taught Tishby that there are different outcomes to spinning and landing on each of the four sides of the dreidel.
Erev Yalda: Merging Hanukkah and Persian solstice traditions for a festive celebration of light and community.
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