The Menorah and the Story of Hanukkah

The Menorah stands central to the story of Hanukkah.

In this picture is an ancient and biblically-accurate depiction of the Menorah, found in one of the priestly houses in Jerusalem during the time of the Temple, dating back to 70 CE."

Photo: Ardon Barhama, Israel Museum

Exodus (25:31-39):

“...a lampstand of pure gold…Six branches shall issue from its sides…On one branch there shall be three cups shaped like almond-blossoms, each with calyx and petals.”

The story of Hanukkah did not happen in a bubble, and history seems to repeat itself. King David in Psalm 23 says something very significant, and the English translation doesn't capture it correctly.

Psalm 23:3

.ַ...ינְחֵנִי בְמַעְגְּלֵי-צֶדֶק, לְמַעַן שְׁמוֹ

The word "ma-agal" doesn't literally mean "path", but "circle". So in essence, King David says: "You guide me in cycles of righteousness.

History repeats itself for you, to get it right. To break the broken cycle and to elevate G-d's world.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it."

- Winston Churchill

Read more about the events that led up to the Hanukkah events, the battle itself, and the aftermath. Delve into the story that is still remembered, celebrated, and displayed in every Jewish home for over 2,200 years.

The Story of Hanukkah Througout the Ages