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Hanukkah in the Modern World
For much of Jewish history, Hanukkah was considered a minor holiday. Today, the holiday has become a major celebration on the Jewish calendar for both secular and religious Jews.
Lightning Fast Hanukkah for Young Kids
The Infinite Light of the Menorah Inspires Peace and Hope
Who Was Judah the Maccabee?
A Hanukkah Heroine: The Story of Judith
Chronology of the Jewish People and Hanukkah
Why does the Jewish calendar overlap with Christmas this year? How does the Jewish calendar work?
When Hanukkah and Christmas Collide
Andy Goldfarb Radio Interview: Hanukkah
What is the Story of Hanukkah?
Why We Light the Menorah
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The History & Meaning of the Menorah
Preserving Peace by Sitting Shiva
Why We Light the Menorah
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How Do You Light the Menorah?
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