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Michigan Jewish community celebrate first day of Hanukkah

The menorah is lit in Burlington marking the first day of Hanukkah

Wednesday marked the first time since 2005 that Christmas and Hanukkah fell on the same day.In Burlington, once the sun went down, it was time to light the menorah, and dozens gathered on the University of Vermont Green to begin the Jewish holiday.

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Michigan Jewish community celebrate first day of Hanukkah at Menorah in the D

This is the 14th year Menorah in the D has taken place in downtown Detroit, and organizers said they hope this tradition continues to grow year after year.

Yahoo · 20h

Local Jewish community celebrates Hanukkah

Hanukkah has been celebrated for more than 2,000 years It’s a tradition that’s older than Christmas. Hanukkah is known as a festival of lights that gets its start dating back to a conflict in the year 168 B.

Hanukkah celebrations, large and small

Yahoo · 1d

Hanukkah celebrations begin in Jerusalem

Hanukkah festivities light up Jerusalem as the Jewish holiday begins on Wednesday. This year marks a rare convergence, as Hanukkah and Christmas share the same date for the first time since 2005.

Kiii3 News · 21h

Hanukkah 2024: When is the first night and how is it celebrated?

When does Hanukkah start this year? And what's the correct way to light a menorah? Here are answers to some of the key questions people usually ask about Hanukkah.

Newsday · 1d

Hanukkah celebrations, large and small, to take place across Long Island

Long Island Jews were expected to celebrate the start of Hanukkah Wednesday with traditional dreidels, menorah lightings and, of course, latkes as the holiday — in a calendar rarity — landed this year on Christmas Day for the first time in nearly two decades.

Israeli hostage families light first candle of Hanukkah, marking start of second holiday without loved ones

Families and relatives of Israeli hostages held in Gaza lit the first candle of Hanukkah on Wednesday, marking the start of ...

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At Hanukkah, a celebration of eternal light − from the desert tabernacle to synagogues today

Explore the symbolism behind the Ner Tamid, the eternal light in the synagogue, and its significance during Hanukkah.

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Hundreds participate in Hanukkah parade: ‘Wherever they’re driving, they’re spreading light’

Around 100 cars departed the Jewish Community Centers of Chicago parking lot in West Ridge Thursday night for the Lubavitch ...

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Hanukkah, the 'Festival of Lights,' celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem

Each year, starting on the 25 th of the Jewish month of Kislev, Jews celebrate Hanukkah, often called the Festival of Lights.

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Ga., S.C. Jewish communities celebrate Hanukkah with a focus on unity

Hanukkah has begun – a special occasion for Jewish communities all around the world, including in Georgia.In the CSRA, the ...

Hanukkah in Pictures: Keeping the Flame Alive

Jews around the globe lit the first of eight candles on Wednesday and came together to celebrate and reflect on their history ...

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Menorah lighting for Hanukkah in Henrietta

The second night of Hanukkah was celebrated Thursday and various Menorah lightings took place across the region. News 8 ...

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A Reflection on time

At the time that the Seleucid empire paganized the Temple in Jerusalem, its rulers didn’t predict a day when their own ...

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Jewish Community Center kicks off South Bay Hanukkah celebrations in Redondo

The Jewish Community Center’s Hanukkah celebrations began on the holiday’s first night, with a “Chanukah on Ice” event at the ...

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Hanukkah begins eight nights of festivities Dec. 25

According to Myla and Doug Kreinik, Hanukkah is an 8-night celebration where families get together and celebrate the victory ...

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