Hanukkah Traditions
What is the traditional name for the fried potato pancakes eaten during Hanukkah?
A latke, a type of potato pancake or fritter in Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine that is traditionally prepared to celebrate Hanukkah.
What is the central candle on the Hanukkah menorah called?
shamash (helper candle). It's the one you use to light the other candles. Light it first.
What does Nun mean?
Nothing
What are some black & brown Jewish holidays?
(not done)
What sweet treat is often associated with Hanukkah and shaped like coins?
Gelt or chocolate
How many candles are in a Hanukkah menorah?
nine candles: one for each of the eight days, and one to light the rest. The Hanukkah menorah is more accurately called a hanukkiyah.
When do you light the Menorah?
The menorah is lit every night after sundown.
What does Gimmel mean?
Take everything in the pot.
Who was the ruler of Syria during the time of the Hanukkah story?
Antiochus IV
What dairy product is commonly eaten during Hanukkah?
Cheese
What spinning top game is commonly played during Hanukkah?
dreidel, a popular spinning top game commonly played during Hanukkah.
What is the name of the nine-branched menorah used during Hanukkah?
A Hanukkah menorah, or hanukkiah, is a nine-branched candelabrum lit during the eight-day Jewish holiday of Hanukkah.
What does Hey mean?
Hey: Take half the pot
Shin: Put one token in the pot
How many days did the oil miraculously last in the menorah during the rededication of the Second Temple?
Eight days
Besides potatoes, what other vegetable is commonly used to make latkes?
What is the significance of the Hanukkah miracle?
oil used to light the Temple's menorah somehow miraculously burned for eight days. Hanukkah commemorates this event.
What are you not allowed to do during Hanukkah?
Fast or mourn.
What does Shin mean?
Put one token in the pot
The Maccabees
What types of food are prominent to make during this holiday?
Fried foods
What is the meaning of the word Hanukkah in Hebrew?
The word "Hanukkah" means "dedication" in Hebrew
In which month of the calendar does Hanukkah usually occur?
Normally it occurs between late November and December, although the exact dates change every year.
What does each player receive before they play?
Chocolate coins, pennies, or tokens.
What is the name of the Hanukkah prayer recited while lighting the menorah?
Hanerot Halalu
What is the significance of eating foods fried in oil during Hanukkah?
Symbolizes the miracle of the oil lasting eight days