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Jews practice the beautification of the menorah during Hanukkah.
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How do the gifts go with the lamp in Hanukkah?
Gifts do not go with the lamp.Gift giving during Hanukkah is a modern practice that only stated a few decades ago, among non-Orthodox Jews. It has nothing to do with the lamp (called a Chanukiah or Hanukkah-menorah).
Whom do Jews worship on Hanukkah?
Jewish people worship God...every day, not just during Hanukkah.
What are similarities between Christmas and Hanukkah?
Any similarity would be the result of Christmas influencing Hanukkah. Because Christmas is such a big holiday, certain practices were borrowed by some Jews to celebrate Hanukkah, such as gift-giving and some decorating.But the traditional practice of Hanukkah has nothing in common with Christmas.It should be noted that Hanukkah as it is observed by Orthodox Jews is not influenced by Christmas at all.
What time of year do Jews observe Hanukkah?
Hanukkah begins on the 25th of Kislev. This is at the end of November or during the month of December.
Do you fast on hanukkah?
Fasting is prohibited during Hanukkah (Talmud, Rosh Hashanah 18b).
Do jews eat meat during hanukkah?
Not more or less than the rest of the year.See also the Related Link.More about Hanukkah
How many Jews celebrate Hanukkah?
Almost all Jews celebrate Hanukkah.
Is there Hanukkah costumes?
There are no traditional Hanukkah costumes. The only time Jews wear costumes is on Purim.
Do Jews allow other Jews in their home during Hanukkah?
Yes, just like every other time of year.
What were the Jews that went over to the Greek camp during Hanukkah called?
The Jews who identified with and imitated the Greeks were called Hellenizers.
Why do Jews think that everybody should celebrate Hanukkah?
They don't. Jews believe that Jews should celebrate Hanukkah.
Is there church services for Hanukkah?
Jews pray in synagogues (not churches), every day of the year. During Hanukkah, certain prayers are added to the regular services,
