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Hanukkah

Hanukkah is the celebration of the victory of the freedom to be Jews over assimilation. The triumph of the Maccabees over the Seleucid Empire is retold and commemorated.

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The important thing is the process, not the end product.

Activities

Fight Like a Maccabee

You and your family can pretend to be Maccabee warriors. Fight the Seleucids with homemade swords and shields.

Recipes

Israeli Hanukkah Levivot (Potato Pancakes)

It is traditional to celebrate the miracle of the cruse of oil by eating foods fried in olive oil. One of the most familiar Hanukkah foods is the latke, or potato pancake.

Activities

Build Your Own Olive Oil Hanukkiah

A hanukkiah is a candelabra that holds nine candles. With the right materials, you can make your own!