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Hanukkah is a minor holiday that commemorates the victory of the Jews against the Syrian-Greeks in the Maccabean War of 165 BCE.
The real miracle of Hanukkah is that the Jews were victorious, against all odds, they beat their enemy and were able to restore the Ancient Temple in Jerusalem, which had been desecrated by the Greeks. In a larger context, Hanukkah represents victory against religious persecution and assimilation.
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Who drove out the tyrants on Hanukkah?
Hanukkah commemorates the victory of the Maccabean War in 165 BCE. The Jews, under Judah Maccabee, were victorious over the Syrian Greeks.
Where did Hanukkah happen?
Hanukkah is a minor holiday that commemorates the victory of the Jews against the Syrian-Greeks in the Maccabean War of 165 BCE. The war was fought in Israel.
How do you decorate a Christmas tree for Hanukkah?
You don't. Christmas trees have nothing to do with Hanukkah. If you put Hanukkah-style ornaments on a Christmas tree, it will most likely offend the people you are trying to honor (even if they don't tell you that).
What does the word Ha-nu in the word Hanukkah mean?
Literally, "they encamped;" and in this context, "they had rest," referring to the victory which enabled the Hasmoneans to rededicate the Temple.See also: More about Hanukkah
What is the Jewish festival of lights?
It is Hanukkah, which commemorates the victory of the Jews against religious persecution from the Greeks.
How are Christmas and Hanukkah Different?
Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus. Hanukkah celebrates the military victory of the Jews against the Seleucid Empire and the miracle of the oil in the Temple (Talmud, Shabbat 21b).
What are the ratings and certificates for Honor to Victory - 2008 V?
Honor to Victory - 2008 V is rated/received certificates of: Canada:14A (Ontario) Canada:G (Quebec) USA:R
What actors and actresses appeared in Honor to Victory - 2008?
The cast of Honor to Victory - 2008 includes: Cassandra Pilon as Jacqueline Barstow Mathieu Simpson as Col. Jean-Marc Graiser
What is the difference between Hanukkah and Good Friday?
Hanukkah is a minor Jewish holiday that commemorates the victory of the Jews against the Assyrian-Greeks in the Maccabean War of 165 BCE. Good Friday is the day Jesus was executed.
What are two facts about Hanukkah?
Hanukkah is a minor holiday that commemorates the victory of the Jews against the Assyrian-Greeks in the Maccabean War of 165 BCE. The real miracle of Hanukkah is that the Jews were victorious, against all odds, they beat their enemy and were able to restore the Ancient Temple in Jerusalem, which had been desecrated by the Greeks.
What does the wreath mean on the Medal of Honor?
Laurel wreaths denote victory.
What was Saint Basil's Cathedral built for?
It was to honor IVAN THE TERRIBLE'S victory.
