Winter Holidays Hanukkah Flashcard

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What is Hanukkah?

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Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days.

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When does Hanukkah begin?

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Hanukkah begins on the 25th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev.

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What is the significance of the menorah during Hanukkah?

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The menorah is a special candle holder used during Hanukkah, which holds at least eight candles to represent the eight days the oil lasted.

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What miracle is celebrated during Hanukkah?

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The miracle of the oil that lasted for eight days in the rededicated Temple, even though there was only enough oil for one day.

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What does the term 'Kislev' refer to?

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Kislev is the third month of the Hebrew calendar, during which Hanukkah is celebrated.

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What is the main theme of Hanukkah?

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The main theme of Hanukkah is the victory of the Maccabees over the Greeks and the rededication of the Temple.

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What is a dreidel?

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A dreidel is a four-sided spinning top used in a game played during Hanukkah.

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What do the letters on a dreidel stand for?

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The letters on a dreidel (Nun, Gimel, Hei, Shin) stand for 'Nes Gadol Haya Sham,' which means 'A great miracle happened there.'

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What is typically eaten during Hanukkah?

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Foods fried in oil, such as latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (jelly-filled doughnuts), are traditionally eaten during Hanukkah.

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What is the significance of lighting the menorah?

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Lighting the menorah symbolizes the miracle of the oil and is a way to publicize the miracle of Hanukkah.