Hanukkah Its Origins And Ceremony

By Hayyim Schauss

Book Overview

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 story of the Maccabees and the miracle of the oil, and examines the various customs and ceremonies associated with Hanukkah. Schauss provides a detailed description of the lighting of the Hanukkah menorah, the recitation of special prayers, and the traditional foods and games associated with the holiday. He also delves into the symbolism and meaning behind these traditions, offering insights into the spiritual significance of Hanukkah. Written in a clear and engaging style, Hanukkah Its Origins And Ceremony is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning more about this important Jewish holiday.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116287967X
• ISBN13: 9781162879673
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"