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There is nothing equivalent to Santa or the Easter Bunny in Jewish culture. Hanukkah presents come from parents, friends, and other relatives.

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The giving of gifts at Hanukkah is a recent, non-Orthodox innovation. The only traditional gift at Hanukkah is the gelt (coins) given to children.

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There is no such thing as a "Hanukkah Spirit". Hanukkah has no equivalent to Santa Claus.

Children receive Hanukkah gifts from their parents, friends, and family.

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Hanukkah was founded before Christianity. Note that the only traditional gift on Hanukkah is the gelt (coins) which are given to children.

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Hanukkah is the name of a holiday. It can't celebrate other holidays because it's not a person.

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Jews don't have Santa Claus or any equivalent of him.

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There isn't one. Hanukkah commemorates a war that happened 2200 years ago. It has nothing to do with Christmas or Santa Claus.

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