Hanukkah Its Origins And Ceremony

""Hanukkah: Its Origins and Ceremony"" by Hayyim Schauss is a comprehensive guide to the history and traditions of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. The book explores the origins of the holiday, including the historical events that led to the Maccabean revolt and the subsequent rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem. It also delves into the various customs and rituals associated with Hanukkah, such as lighting the menorah, playing dreidel, and eating traditional foods like latkes and sufganiyot. Schauss provides detailed explanations of the prayers and blessings recited during Hanukkah, as well as insights into the deeper spiritual meanings behind the holiday's traditions. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning more about Hanukkah and its rich cultural heritage.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Jewish Festivals: From Their Beginnings to Our Own Day, by Hayyim Schauss. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419136763.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.