Hanukkah

On Hanukkah, my 2006 appendix, and the High Kohen

This hilarious story took place "in the days of Matisyahu..." - but which one? Op-ed.

Hanukkah: The highest love

Is there something idealistic and holy in loving the Jewish people? Israel's first Chief Rabbi addresses that question.

Rabbi Dov Begun on Hanukkah

Hashem brought about the establishment of the modern State of Israel just as He brought about the victory of the Maccabees.

Donuts have already claimed two lives this Hanukkah: Why?

Health Ministry urges public to "be careful, take small bites and chew well."

World's largest Lego menorah assembled in Tel Aviv

Lego store in Tel Aviv says its hanukkiah is the world's largest made from Lego bricks.

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Ben Gvir lights Hanukkah candles with the Netanyahus

During the coalition negotiations, Ben Gvir and Netanyahu took a break to light the fourth candle of Hanukkah.

MDA medics reunited with boy they saved on Hanukkah 21 years ago

2-year-old Tzur nearly drowned in a pond on Hanukkah. 21-years-later the MDA team who saved his life meets him again.

Hanukkah miracle:

Soldier's life saved from explosion by helmet

Explosive detonates close to soldier as IDF responds to disturbances near Rachel's Tomb, soldier miraculously unhurt by blast.

Hanukkah parade held from Berlin Olympic Stadium

100 vehicles participate in parade marking 50 years since Munich Massacre at the Olympic Games.

Eight thoughts for eight nights (4): The clash of civilizations

Inspired by faith, we can change the world.

Pres. Herzog lights 4th Hanukkah candle at Moroccan synagogue

President: lights candles at synagogue named after his grandfather, Rabbi Yitzhak HaLevi Herzog.

Trolling the opposition?

Detroit Pistons wish Kyrie Irving a 'Happy Hanukkah'

Detroit Pistons wish Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving a happy Hanukkah after his suspension over antisemitism.

Gantz lights Hanukkah candle with soldiers in Samaria

The Defense Minister thanked commanders and soldiers for their commitment to Israel's wellbeing.

3rd night of Hanukkah:

Benny Gantz lights candles at the Western Wall Plaza

Also present were Rabbi Grossman of Migdal Ha'emek and hundreds of Holocaust survivors.

Hanukkah party:

95-year-old woman saved by grandson after nearly choking

United Hatzalah EMT springs into action to save his own grandmother during family Hanukkah party.

Eight thoughts for eight nights (3)

Inspired by faith, we can change the world.

Biden: America will not be silent in face of rising antisemitism

US President says he 'feels' fear of Jews in Hanukkah tweet addressing global antisemitism.

Why didn't we light 8 candles the first night of Hanukkah?

Should we see the world as it is, or as it should be? We pray for the day the potential is going to be the same as the actual. Speedily!

Biden condemns antisemitism:

'Silence is complicity'

US President at White House Hanukkah reception: Antisemitism and all forms of hate and violence have no safe harbor in America.

Friends of Zion hosts widows and orphans for Hanukkah

Friends of Zion Museum in Jerusalem hosts group of 400 widows and orphans from all over Israel for a day of fun in honor of Hanukkah.

Elderly man nearly chokes on jelly donut

70-year-old man hospitalized in serious condition after nearly choking on Hanukkah treat.

Hanukkah and the new imperialist assault on Judaism

Campus antisemites are seeking to destroy not just Israel, but Jewish identity itself. Sounds like Hanukkah. Op-ed.

Chief Rabbi: Rabbi Druckman saw me and said 'Rabbi Lau'

Chief Rabbi of Israel lights Hanukkah candles at INN office, describes visit with leading religious Zionist rabbi.

Eight thoughts for eight nights (2)

Inspired by faith, we can change the world.

Ben-Gvir, police comm. light Hanukkah candles together at Kotel

National Security Minister-designate and police commissioner participate in ceremony to light candles for 2nd day of Hanukkah.

Menorah in front of Maine ferry terminal vandalized

Large menorah unbolted from its stand and defaced several days before start of Hanukkah.

The light of Hanukkah that has continued to shine for 74 years

A candle is a brief flare of light. A wick dipped in oil burns and goes out again. The Hanukkah light appears no different, but it is.Op-ed.

Zelenskyy's Hanukkah greeting:

'The few defeated the many then and it will happen again now'

Ukraine's president offers Hanukkah greetings - and a prediction. 'The few defeated the many - and it will happen this time as well.'

Op-ed:

Drifting misled Jews! Return to the Light!

Assimilated US Jews are led by false leaders, are being indoctrinated against their traditional values, faith, and yes, Israel. Op-ed.

Behind-the-scenes scramble to save Hanukkah at Jewish conference

How Jewish studies scholars navigated Jewish law and fire-code rules to save Hanukkah at their conference

President Herzog:

'Many Jews are questioning their ties to post-election Israel'

Israel's president sends world Jewry Hanukkah message, noting anxiety ahead of formation of new Israeli government.

Erdan in New York:

'When we are united, evil cannot prevail'

Israel's Ambassador to the UN lights first candle on the world's tallest menorah with New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

Canadian Prime Minister:

'On Hanukkah, we reaffirm our commitment to combat antisemitism'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: The candles of the Hanukkiah serve as a reminder that, just as light drowns out the dark, love conquers hate.

Harris and Emhoff:

'From our family to yours, happy Hanukkah'

US Vice President and her husband, who is Jewish, celebrate the first night of Hanukkah: Light will always triumph over darkness.

German Finance Minister:

'I learned from the light of Hanukkah that Putin will not win'

Minister Christian Lindner blasts Russian President over war in Ukraine, hints that his country will lead further sanctions.

Hanukkah merchandise going mainstream at US stores

The Hanukkah merch market has exploded. But are Jews feeling more represented?

'They won't break us':

Ukraine's Jews use generators to light the menorah

Over the past few days, large menorahs were placed in public places and outside synagogues across the war-torn country.

Eight thoughts for eight nights (1)

Inspired by faith, we can change the world.

World Cup on Hanukkah:

Rabbi Vered: 'Tonight is a special opportunity for soccer fans'

Rabbi Eyal Vered is calling on soccer fans to light Hannukah candles on time and prove that G-d comes first.

First Night of Hanukkah

Jerusalem's mayor lights Hanukkah candles at the Western Wall

Likud MK May Golan, Western Wall Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz join Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion for candle lighting ceremony at the Western Wall.

1st night of Hanukkah:

The laws and blessings for lighting the menorah

On Sunday evening Jews around the world will light the first light of Hanukkah.

President Herzog lights Hanukkah candles, hosts World Cup party

President Isaac Herzog lights the first Hanukkah candle and hosts a World Cup Final watching party

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Hanukkah candle lighting at Berlin's historic Brandenburg Gate

Chief Rabbi of Berlin leads candle lighting at the historic Brandenburg Gate, marking the beginning of Hanukkah.

Hanukkah and Judea-Samaria: On goggles and thumbprints

The miracles with His thumbprint are there to see; you just need the goggles. Op-ed.

The laws of lighting Hanukkah Candles

Where to place the Hanukiya, what to do at large events. what to do at family gatherings - and more.

Hanukkah: The reason for the season

Let's put the real meaning back into Hanukkah. Op-ed.

The Rabbis are worried:

The World Cup instead of Hanukkah candles

Rabbi Meir Mazuz and additional rabbis published a letter asking not to postpone lighting candles to watch the game.

King Charles dances with Holocaust survivors before Hanukkah

British monarch visits North London Jewish community center for Hanukkah where he receives warm reception.

‘Sunday Night Football’ to feature 1st Hanukkah menorah lighting

NFL's marquee game on first night of Hanukkah to feature televised menorah lighting.

London Eye to be transformed into giant menorah

One of the world's tallest Ferris wheels will again become a menorah in honor of Hanukkah.

Pre-Hanukkah Guide to the Perplexed

"We have not occupied a foreign land…. We have liberated the land of our forefathers from foreign occupation (Book of Maccabees A: 15:33)."

Joseph, Hanukkah and a dreidl made of clay

Joseph gave the Maccabees a model for never giving up. And a menorah of clay symbolizes just the opposite.

Pollard extols late wife: Jewish education means everything

The former Israeli spy met youngsters in Tel Aviv and imparted some wisdom he received from his late wife Esther years ago.

Giant bronze Menorah emplaced in Western Wall plaza

As part of preparations for Hanukkah, the Western Wall plaza is once again preparing a giant Menorah for a public candle-lighting ceremony.

Hanukkah in wartime

The challenge of celebrating Hanukkah in Ukraine

Ukrainian rabbi: 'We launched a campaign to explain that the message of the menorah is to fight the darkness with light.'

Canadian PM lights Hanukkah candles ahead of holiday

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau gets an early start to Hanukkah, participates in candle lighting ceremony with Jewish leaders.

Rosh Hodesh Kislev Torah Essay: Light in a month of darkness

Kislev reminds us that personally and nationally we undergo times of darkness and struggles, and inspires us to overcome them.

US Postal Service issues new Hanukkah Forever postage stamp

Stamp continues USPS tradition of issuing stamps for Hanukkah.

London police close investigation into Hanukkah bus attack

Metropolitan Police announce investigation has been put on hold due to lack of identifying perpetrators.

Parashat Emor (Israel) and Yom Ha'atzmaut

Perhaps it is not coincidence that Parashat Emor almost always falls in the 23-day period between Yom Ha'atzmaut and Yom Herut Yerushalayim.