hanukkah

another name for hanukkah

festival of lights

what does it remember

rededication of the second jewish temple in jerusalem

how long does it last

8 days

when does it start

december 18

hanukkiyah

special menorah where candles are lit

shammash

ninth candle which is used to light other candles

where does one put the menorah?

front window of houses

dreidel

game that is played during hanukkah

nes gadol hayah sham

a great miracle happened there

latkes

potato pancakes

kugel

jewish egg noodle casserol

safganiyot

jelly-filled donut

gelt

chocolate money

brisket

meat (specifically beef)