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Hanukkah was founded 2180 years ago.
The word "Hanukkah" is taken from Numbers ch.7 (in the original Hebrew). In that context, and in the context of our celebration of Hanukkah also, the word means "dedication" or "initiation" into the service of God.
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∙ 6y agoHanukkah was founded 2180 years ago.
The word "Hanukkah" is taken from Numbers ch.7 (in the original Hebrew). In that context, and in the context of our celebration of Hanukkah also, the word means "dedication" or "initiation" into the service of God.See also the Related Link.
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What is the name of Hanukkah?
Hanukkah is the name of Hanukkah. In Hebrew it is spelled חֲנֻכָּה
What the is the real name for Hanukkah?
Hanukkah is the real name for Hanukkah. It can also be spelled Chanukah or ×—× ×•×›×”
What is the Hanukkah star name?
There is no such thing as a Hanukkah star.
What is the last name for Hanukkah?
Hanukkah (×—× ×•×›×”) is the name of a Jewish holiday. It is not a person, so it doesn't have a last name.
What festival is celebrated on Hanukkah?
Hanukkah (channukkah) is the name of the festival.
What are some names for Hanukkah?
Hanukkah is the only name for Hanukkah, but it is sometimes called the Festival of Lights by non-Jews.
What is the actual name of the holiday Hanukkah?
Hanukkah is the actual name, but some refer to it also as the festival of lights.
What are three names for Hanukkah?
There are only 2 name: Hanukkah and Festival of Lights
What is the name of the candleholder for Hanukkah?
The traditional name is a menorah. Modern (Israeli) Hebrew has added the name "hanukkiah."See also:More about Hanukkah
What is the name of special candlestick used during Hanukkah?
The traditional name is a menorah. Modern (Israeli) Hebrew has added the name "hanukkiah."See also the Related Link.More about Hanukkah
Do Jews call Hanukkah by that name?
Hanukkah is a Hebrew word, and that is how we call it. The "H" in "Hanukkah" is a slightly rasping sound, formed by partially constricting the soft palate.See also:More about Hanukkah
What are the names of the nights of Hanukkah?
They are collectively called Hanukkah. Only the eighth day of Hanukkah has its own name, which is Zoht Chanukkah.See also:More about Hanukkah
