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Hanukkah Blessings
Learn how to say the blessings and light the hanukkiyah, the Hanukkah menorah.
Shehecheyanu
Recite this blessing the first time you do something each Jewish calendar year (e.g., the first night of Hanukkah when you light the menorah), and to mark joyous occasions.
How Do You Spell Hanukkah?
Because Hanukkah is a Hebrew word, there is no one correct way to translate the spelling of the word into English. So what spelling is best?
Each Candle Counts: A Hanukkah Blessing
The candles on the menorah stand tall. Each one calls us to light the flames which reflect our deepest hopes and prayers:
Why Do Jews Eat Fried Foods to Celebrate Hanukkah?
One of the most recognizable and tastiest Hanukkah traditions is cooking (and eating) fried foods. While frying up a fresh batch of Hanukkah treats is certainly delicious, this practice is also deeply rooted in the meaning of the holiday.
How are Hanukkah Candles Lit?
Customarily, the candles are placed in the menorah from right to left but lit from left to right. Here's why.
Can I use artificial lights in my Hanukkah menorah?
There are certain places that do not permit open flames, including hospitals, nursing homes, and dorm rooms. What should Jews in these spaces do for Hanukkah?
How Do We Light the Hanukkah Menorah?
A menorah refers to a candelabrum, usually one with seven branches.
Why do we eat latkes on Hanukkah?
A common explanation is that we eat latkes (potato pancakes) because they are cooked in oil and this remind us of the miracle that a single cruse of oil found in the Temple lasted for eight nights.