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What event does Hanukkah commemorate?
Hanukkah commemorates the miracle of the oil that lasted for eight nights in the Second Temple.
Hanukkah commemorates the miracle of the oil that lasted for eight nights in the Second Temple.
In what direction are the candles on the menorah lit?
Each night, candles are lit from left to right. Although, candles are placed in the menorah from right to left (just as Hebrew is written from right to left).
Each night, candles are lit from left to right. Although, candles are placed in the menorah from right to left (just as Hebrew is written from right to left).
True or false: Gift-giving is a long-standing Hanukkah tradition.
False. While gift-giving has become more common in modern times, it is not a traditional Hanukkah practice. Emphasis is more on lighting the menorah, playing the dreidel game and eating festive foods.
False. While gift-giving has become more common in modern times, it is not a traditional Hanukkah practice. Emphasis is more on lighting the menorah, playing the dreidel game and eating festive foods.
What traditional food is commonly associated with Hanukkah?
Latkes, or potato pancakes, are a traditional food served at Hanukkah.
Latkes, or potato pancakes, are a traditional food served at Hanukkah.
How many sides does a dreidel have?
A dreidel is a four-sided spinning top, each side featuring a Hebrew letter. The letters form the acronym "Nes Gadol Haya Sham," translating to "a great miracle happened there."
A dreidel is a four-sided spinning top, each side featuring a Hebrew letter. The letters form the acronym "Nes Gadol Haya Sham," translating to "a great miracle happened there."
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