Hanukkah

The connection between Israel and the Diaspora will be our legacy of light

Global Glow underscores the special connection between Israel and the Diaspora. This connection is a source of light and building the Jewish people’s strength.

By MARK WILF
26/12/2024

NYPD Muslim Officers Society plays crucial role in Brooklyn's massive hanukkiah lighting

"There's a place for love and unity. There's mutual respect, especially religiously," NYPD detective Amen said.

New Hanukkah prayer drafted for return of hostages and Oct 7 victims

Atid Le'Otef" Movement CEO Ehud Cohen said that the 2024 holiday would not be as joyful in the past as Jews needed to continue to remember the hostages held in captivity by Hamas.

Hanukkah menorah

Limited Hanukkah display sparks controversy in Illinois city

At Chabad of Lake Forest's Third Annual Chanukah Menorah Lighting, the Hanukkiah will not remain on public display after the event ends, the city said in a statement.

Orthodox Union: ‘Hanukkah proceeding with determination’

"The world needs us to be Jews now more than anything," said OU Executive Vice President Rabbi Moshe Hauer.

 Joseph Waks during the setting up of the event: “Every family I meet is extraordinary.”

HaYeladim Shelanu brings light to bereaved families with Hanukkah candle-lighting

Five events across Israel honor families impacted by the tragedy. "It’s about putting a smile on their faces," says Joseph Waks, founder of HaYeladim Shelanu. "show them they're not alone."

Suspect arrested after security threat breaks up hostage family candle-lighting ceremony

The candle-lighting ceremony was then reportedly moved to a different location after the threat.

One memory of Hanukkah as a child lasts a lifetime for Holocaust survivor

Today, Baum has many fond memories of Hanukkah, which he celebrated with his wife of 75 years and their children.

By GINA JOSEPH/THE MACOMB DAILY/TNS
25/12/2024

Eight incredible things to do during Hanukkah in NYC this year

Looking to stay entertained during this busy, chilly time of year? Here at the New York Jewish Week, we’ve got you covered.

By LISA KEYS/JTA
25/12/2024
Hanukiah at the Western Wall

We need to find the crack in the darkness

Only through the cracks can the light begin to seep in.

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