For this reason, even though the Talmud reflects a dispute over the order of lighting ... The special menorah used for Hanukkah has eight branches, with a ninth place for the candle called shamash ...

Around 50 people gathered at the Museum to mark the seventh night of Hannukah, an eight-day Jewish holiday that celebrates faith and perseverance.

When a rag tag group of Jews overcame oppression by an occupying force, they rededicated their temple by lighting the menorah. They found enough oil to light one candle. Then a miracle happened.

The Brighton Beach community came together last week near Coney Island for a joyous menorah lighting, marking the first night ...

For this reason, even though the Talmud reflects a dispute over the order of lighting ... lights the other candles, starting with the newest one each night. In addition to menorah lightings ...

The crowd cheered and clapped as the flames finally caught on the shamash and two other candles. The menorah features eight candles — one for each day of the holiday — and a ninth known as the ...