Chanukiah
How many days does Chanukah last?
8
Where does the story of Chanukah take place?
Israel
What is the name for the chocolate coins we use on Chanukah?
Gelt
What is the difference between a menorah and a Chanukiah?
A menorah has 7 branches while a Chanukiah has 9.
What does Chanukah mean?
Dedication or Rededication
Who was the evil king?
King Antiochus
What are the potato pancakes we eat on Chanukah called?
Latkes
How many blessings are said on the first night of Chanukah?
3
What do the four letters on the dreidel stand for? (Hebrew and English Please)
Nes Gadol Haya Sham
A Great Miracle Happened There
After lighting a Chanukiah, where is it traditionally placed?
In a window
Is the story of Chanukah in the Torah?
No
What is the name of the special jelly donuts we eat during Chanukah?
Sufganiyot
In which direction are Chanukah candles lit?
right to left
What are the four letters on a dreidel in Israel and what do they stand for?
Nun, Gimel, Hay, Pay
Nes Gadol Haya Po
A Great Miracle Happened Here
When does Chanukah take place every year?
25 Kislev
What are two things people frequently put on their latkes?
Sour Cream and/or Applesauce
How long should the candles on the Chanukiah be lit for?
At least 30 minutes
Why do we play dreidel on Chanukah?
The Greeks said that Jews were not allowed to study Torah anymore. So the Jews would pretend to be playing dreidel if the Greeks came by when they were studying Torah.
What does the name "Maccabee" translate to in English?
Hammer
What was the miracle of the oil?
There was only enough oil to light the menorah for one night but it lasted 8 nights.
Why do we eat Latkes and Sufganiyot on Chanukah?
To celebrate the miracle of the oil lasting 8 days...since they are both fried in oil.