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Philosophy for Hanukkah
What is the Story of Hanukkah?
Many of us are more familiar with the symbols of the Hanukkah holiday — the Menorah, the dreidel, the latkes — than the story behind the holiday itself. Here’s a little refresher course.
Why We Light the Menorah
Hanukkah Discussion Questions
What’s in a Name? 5 Things to Know About Hanukkah.
The History & Meaning of the Menorah
How Do You Light the Menorah?
Hanukkah in the Modern World
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
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