HANUKKAH
חנוכה« A small light can push back a lot of darkness. »
Next occurrence4 December 2026 – 11 December 2026 · In 84 days
The feast begins the evening before, at sunset.
Understanding HANUKKAH
Hanukkah lasts eight days. Each evening, one more light is kindled, until the Hanukkiah is complete.
The feast recalls the miracle of Hanukkah and the strength of a light that seemed too weak to last.
Traditions
- Eight days of feast.
- Lighting the Hanukkiah.
- One more light every evening.
- Remembering the miracle of Hanukkah.
When a practice varies, it is presented as a custom according to communities, not as a universal obligation.
What this feast teaches us
« Behind some doors, a family is sometimes going through a dark time. A gesture can become their light. »
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