Chanukah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem after the Maccabees’ victory over the Syrian-Greek oppressors. Following the battle, the Jewish people found only a small amount of oil to light the menorah, enough to last just one day. Miraculously, the oil burned for eight days, allowing time to prepare more. This eight-day holiday is celebrated by lighting the menorah each night, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and spirit over oppression. If you need help securing a menorah, please contact us.

Thanks to our incredible rabbis and rebbetzins, Chanukah is celebrated around the state all eight nights! Join us for our Chanukah Festival and Gelt Drop on Sunday, December 29th at Bayshore and check out your local Chabad for a full list of Chanukah activities and celebrations.

Chanukah Resources