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Why Is Chanukah 8 Days?

August 21, 2018November 28, 2013 by Shlomo Skinner
Menorah in Harbin Museum

Chanukah 5774

Why Is Chanukah 8 Days?

One of the interesting aspects of living in Jerusalem are the constant encounters with Jewish history.

For example, one of the Light Rail stops is Shimon HaTzadik, named after one of the High Priests.

When the train pulls into that station I often have two thoughts.

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Chodesh Kislev – 8 Great Kislev Facts

September 26, 2017November 14, 2012 by Shlomo Skinner
menorah in Jerusalem Old City

Eight Interesting Facts about Kislev

Kislev is coming! Kislev is coming!

What’s the first thing you think of when someone mentions Kislev?

That’s a real no-brainer.

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