Hope your Hannakuh was wonderful!

Tomorrow, December 29th, sees the end of Hannakuh, a Jewish festival that celebrates a victory from Greek religious persecution, as well as a miracle. The miracle was that "upon returning to the temple to rededicate it and relight the Menorah, the Macabees found only one small flask of oil, enough to light the Menorah for just one day. However, the flask of oil lasted lasted eight days, Hence the celebration lasts eight days. This is also why it is called the Festival of Lights."

The holiday started on December 22nd and lasts 8 days total. I can't say I know much more about the holiday myself, not being Jewish, but it seems like a really neat holiday and one that is steeped in tradition and meaning. If you celebrated Hannakuh, I hope it was a wonderful one for you!

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