Chanukah (Hanukkah)

Watch a reenactment of the Chanukah (Hanukkah) story, visit a candle making factory, learn how to fry latkes and so much more…

We know the facts on why we celebrate Chanukah, the Festival of Lights. But is that all? Could it be that the inner meaning of the holiday has been hidden from plain sight?

Chanukah commemorates the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem after the defeat of the Syrians who had defiled the Holy Temple and attempted to force the Jews to assimilate. It is celebrated for eight days by kindling the menorah each evening.

Listen to the lyrics of traditional Chanukah (Hanukkah) songs, hear the blessings recited on the Chanukah menorah and more...

A series of four fascinating classes that illuminate the festival of Chanukah.

The Talmud lists three options whereby one can fulfill the mitzvah of lighting the Chanukah candles. The third - and most desirable option - is a matter of dispute between the Schools of Shamai and Hillel. This class addresses the underlying rationale of ...

What is the story behind this popular Jewish holiday? Watch this short 3-minute video to learn how good overcame evil, light won over darkness, and miracles triumphed over morass.

What is Chanukah really all about? Learn a deeper perspective from a Chassidic discourse

Explore the inner meaning of Chanukah and the mystical dimension of the Maccabees and the different characters in the Chanukah story from Matisyahu the High Priest to the heroine Yehudis.

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