Hanukkah Its Origins And Ceremony

By Hayyim Schauss

Book Overview

""Hanukkah Its Origins And Ceremony"" by Hayyim Schauss is a comprehensive exploration of the origins and traditions of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. The book delves into the historical events that led to the celebration of Hanukkah, including the story of the Maccabees and their victory over the Syrian-Greek army. Schauss also examines the religious and cultural significance of Hanukkah, including the lighting of the menorah, the giving of gifts, and the consumption of traditional foods. The author provides a detailed account of the Hanukkah ceremony, including the recitation of prayers, the singing of songs, and the playing of games. Throughout the book, Schauss emphasizes the importance of Hanukkah as a celebration of Jewish identity and resilience in the face of adversity. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the history and traditions of Hanukkah.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: 1425469973
• ISBN13: 9781425469979
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"