Meaning of FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
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| Definition: | | [n] (Judaism) an eight-day Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem |
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| Synonyms: | | Chanukah, Feast of Dedication, Feast of Lights, Feast of the Dedication, Hanukah, Hanukkah |
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| See Also: | | Chislev, Jewish holy day, Kislev, Tebet, Tevet | |
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| Definition: | | Festival of Lights Long ago in Jerusalem, the Jews fought back against a greedy king whose soldiers tried to steal the treasures from the Holy Temple. This book tells the story of their ultimate victory and the celebration that became Hanukkah. Full color. more details ... |
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