Tag: Chanukah
Fighting Like Judah the Maccabee
The Jewish people need to stand proud and begin educating the world - even the founding of America was inspired and motivated by many of our Jewish leaders and warriors.
Yair Lapid, Hamas, PA and Jordan Call to Prevent Jerusalem Hanukkah March
MK Yair Lapid join the Jordanians, the PA and Hamas in condemning the march.
Ari Fuld on the Real Miracle of Chanukah
Ari Fuld uncovers and explores the real miracle and lessons of Chanukah.
Chabad Ice Menorah Smashed in Upper East Side Antisemitic Attack
Shattered Hanukkah menorah stationed at East 93rd Street and 2nd Avenue marks the second holiday attack that occurred at the same center.
Rebbetzin Amit Yaghoubi–Mystical Power of Kislev and Chanukah
Every Hebrew month has its own special energy. Rebbetzin Amit Yaghoubi talks about the power of the month of Kislev, the significance of the 8 days of Chanukah, and gives us an easy way to bring miracles into our lives.
Menorah from Iconic 1931 Photograph Returns to Germany
"This light is a strong societal symbol against hatred," said German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
The Hidden Story of Chanukah
Rabbi Lord Sacks discuss the hidden story of Chanukah.
Rebbetzin Nechamy Simon: The Kabbalah of Hanukkah (Uncovering Secrets of this Miraculous Holiday)
Rebbetzin Nechamy Simon of the Teaneck Chabad House gives an amazing, in-depth interview about the kabbalistic aspects of the holiday of Hanukkah, including the dreidel, the lighting of the Hanukkah menorah, and the darkness associated with this time of year.
43 Thousand Israelis Called by Names Related to the Chanukah Holiday
The most common name associated with Hanukkah is Or – 38,707.
White House Unveils Chanukah Menorah as Part of Official Holiday Decorations for First Time
Chanukiot have previously been lit in the White House, but this is the first time one has been included as part of an official display.
Happy Aliya Day, Everybody!
Strangely enough, the Knesset legislation known as the Aliyah Day Act 5776-2016 states that on the 7th of Cheshvan the country will celebrate the Israelites' entrance into the Land of Israel on the 10th of Nissan.
US Embassy Urging Investigation of Chanukah Menorah Thrown into Ukraine River
If caught, the perpetrators will face from a fine to up to five years in prison.
Minister of Defense & Chief of Staff Light Chanukah Candles with Haredi Soldiers
The Netzach Yehuda Battalion’s Chanukah candle lighting ceremony Wednesday was held near Beit-El.
Menorah Gazing
If you want to enhance your Chanukah evenings - turn off the lights and gaze at the Chanukah candles...
The Wall of Chanukah
The walls of the Old City of Jerusalem are lit up for Chanukah.
Hundreds of Hanukkah Kits Sent to Jews Living in Arab Countries
“On many occasions, we have to distribute other types of items related to Judaism, which the residents of these countries have no way of getting,” said Yad L’Achim president Rabbi Shmuel Lifschitz.
In Time for Chanukah, 700-Year-Old Lamp Found in Ancient Susya in Hebron Hills
"The candle is intact, a rather rare phenomenon.”
‘Our Building Lights’ Initiative Brings Holiday Joy to Communities Around Israel
The organizers are ushering in a “sense of normalcy and joy” in bringing back holiday programming to communities all across Israel.
Chanukah and 2 Types of Darkness: How to Turn Darkness into Light?
Chanukah always falls on the darkest time of the year, and not by chance. There are two types of darkness in this world. How to recognize darkness and how it affects us? Tuvi Ezra explains why the battle of Maccabees must be won.
UAE Rabbi Kicks Off First Night of Chanukah at Israeli Pavilion in Dubai
Chabad Rabbi Levi Druchman lights the first candle of the menorah at EXPO 2020, in a ceremony attended by local leaders, businesspeople, Jewish residents of the UAE and tourists from around the world.
A Solitary Candle
There is an opinion in the Mishna, that of the great Shammai, that the Chanukiyah should be lit with eight candles on the first night and go down and down until one candle remains on the eighth night...
Ari Fuld on the Real Miracle of Chanukah
Ari Fuld uncovers and explores the real miracle and lessons of Chanukah.
Joining Meretz, Hamas and Peace Now Upset Over President Herzog’s Candle Lighting in Hebron
Herzog’s visit to Hebron is the first of many ceremonies he will be attending throughout the country in honor of the Chanukkah celebrations.
On Its Centennial, KKL-JNF Archive Offers Unforgettable Historic Chanukah Images
The Archive is celebrating its centennial with these rare black & white photos showing the Jews of the Land of Israel as they celebrate the holiday around the country.
Return of the Juda
Did George Lucas base the Star Wars saga of light vs. darkness and freedom vs. empire on the Judean Revolt against Rome? Or the story of Hannukah?