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The 3 Hanukkah blessings are only for candle lighting, there are no others.
When you light the candles you say:
"Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai E-lo-he-nu Me-lech ha-olam a-sher ki-de-sha-nu be-mitz-vo-tav ve-tzi-va-nu le-had-lik ner Shel Cha-nu-kah." (Blessed are You, Eternal our God, Ruler of the universe, who has sanctified us with Your commandments, and commanded us to kindle the Chanukah light.)
You also recite:
"Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai E-lo-he-nu Me-lech Ha-olam she-a-sa ni-sim la-avo-te-nu ba-ya-mim ha-hem bi-zman ha-zeh." (Blessed are You, Eternal our God, Ruler of the universe, who performed miracles for our forefathers in those days, at this time.)
And on the first night only, you recite the prayer for a special occasion:
"Ba-ruch A-tah Ado-nai E-lo-he-nu Me-lech Ha-olam she-heche-ya-nu ve-ki-yi-ma-nu ve-higi-a-nu Liz-man ha-zeh." (Blessed are You, Eternal our God, Ruler of the universe, who has granted us life, sustained us, and enabled us to reach this occasion.)
What else can I help you with?
Is there a menorah lighting in Downtown Seattle this year?
Yes, Seattle has a menorah lighting every year.
What is the most important part of Hanukkah?
lighting the menorah
What is most important part of Hanukkah?
lighting the menorah
What chant is traditionally sung while lighting the menorah?
The traditional chant sung while lighting the menorah is called "Hanerot Halalu." This chant is recited after the lighting of the candles and is a declaration of the purpose of the Hanukkah lights. It acknowledges the sanctity of the holiday and the miracle of the oil lasting for eight days. The chant is typically sung in Hebrew and varies slightly in different Jewish communities.
When are you allowed to participate in the lighting of a Menorah?
There are no restrictions on who can light the menorah. Anyone can, as long as they're able to light candles.
Is there menorah lighting at the Seattle Center?
Yes. In 2011 it was in December 21.
After lighting the candles on a Hanukkah Menorah what is the song that is traditionally sung?
Maoz Tzur.
What events are held on Hanukkah?
Menorah-lighting, prayer services, and (optionally) parties.
On hanakkah do you light candles?
Yes you do, using a tool called a Menorah. Each night of Hannukah, you add another candle to the Menorah, lighting them in succession with the Shamash, which sits in the middle once you're done lighting the candles and saying the prayers.
How far in advance of the lighting of the first candle do you put out a menorah?
There's no rule. Usually, the menorah is set up in the minutes or hours leading up to the first evening of Hanukkah.
What to do during lighting the menorah during Hanukkah?
You recite (sing) the blessings while lighting the candles. There are 3 blessings on the first night and 2 for the remaining nights.
How does Hanukkah start?
Hanukkah starts with the lighting of a special candle holder called a Chanukiah (Hanukkah-menorah).
