Hanukkah Blessings: 120 Warm Wishes and Prayers

Hanukkah blessings are the three short blessings said when lighting the menorah, along with the warm wishes people share during the eight-night Festival of Lights. In 2026, Hanukkah begins at sundown on Friday, December 4, and ends at sundown on Saturday, December 12.

This guide covers both. First come the traditional candle blessings in transliteration and English, with a simple night-by-night lighting schedule. Then come 120 original Hanukkah blessings and messages for family, friends, coworkers and interfaith households, from Scripture-inspired lines to jokes about latkes and sufganiyot.

Hanukkah remembers how, according to tradition, a single day’s supply of oil kept the Temple menorah burning for eight days. Every message here carries a little of that light, so pick the ones that sound like you and make them your own.

Looking for more seasonal blessings? Browse the Wish Glows blog for Christmas blessings and weekend blessings to share through the holidays.

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What Are the Hanukkah Blessings Said Over the Candles?

Hanukkah blessings said over the candles with a lit menorah

The Hanukkah candle blessings are three short Hebrew blessings: the first thanks God for the command to kindle the Hanukkah lights, the second for the wonders done for our ancestors, and the third, the Shehecheyanu, for bringing us to this season. All three are said on the first night, and the first two on each of the other seven nights.

Hanukkah begins on the 25th of Kislev and remembers the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem after the Maccabees won back the city. Lighting the candles is a mitzvah, a commandment, which is why the first blessing speaks of being commanded to kindle the lights.

After the candles are lit, many families say Hanerot Halalu, a short passage about the holiness of the lights, and sing Maoz Tzur, the traditional Hanukkah hymn. Saying the blessings in English is accepted too, and many families say them in both languages when young children or guests are at the table.

Here are the three candle blessings in transliteration and English (translations from the Union for Reform Judaism):

First blessing (every night): Baruch atah, Adonai Eloheinu, Melech haolam, asher kid’shanu b’mitzvotav v’tsivanu l’hadlik ner shel Hanukkah. “Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Sovereign of all, who hallows us with mitzvot, commanding us to kindle the Hanukkah lights.”

Second blessing (every night): Baruch atah, Adonai Eloheinu, Melech haolam, she-asah nisim la’avoteinu bayamim hahem bazman hazeh. “Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Sovereign of all, who performed wonderous deeds for our ancestors in days of old at this season.”

Shehecheyanu (first night only): Baruch atah, Adonai Eloheinu, Melech haolam, shehecheyanu, v’kiyimanu, v’higiyanu lazman hazeh. “Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Sovereign of all, who has kept us alive, sustained us, and brought us to this season.”

How Do You Light the Menorah and Say the Blessings?

To light the menorah, place the candles from right to left, light the shamash (the helper candle) first, say the blessings, and then use the shamash to light the newest candle first, moving from left to right. Add one candle each night until all eight are burning; across the whole festival, that adds up to 44 candles, counting the shamash.

Candles are lit in the evening, at or after nightfall, and should burn for at least 30 minutes. On Friday, light the Hanukkah candles before the Shabbat candles; on Saturday night, wait until Shabbat has ended.

Many Ashkenazi families give each person a menorah of their own, while Sephardi families usually light one for the whole household. Place it in a window or near the front door so passersby can see it, and never leave burning candles unattended.

Here is the 2026 candle schedule, with the blessings said each night.

Night	Evening (2026)	Candles	Blessings said
1	Friday, Dec. 4	1 + shamash	All three (light before Shabbat candles)
2	Saturday, Dec. 5	2 + shamash	First two (light after Shabbat ends)
3	Sunday, Dec. 6	3 + shamash	First two
4	Monday, Dec. 7	4 + shamash	First two
5	Tuesday, Dec. 8	5 + shamash	First two
6	Wednesday, Dec. 9	6 + shamash	First two
7	Thursday, Dec. 10	7 + shamash	First two
8	Friday, Dec. 11	8 + shamash	First two (light before Shabbat candles)

Happy Hanukkah Blessings and Wishes

Happy Hanukkah blessings are short, warm wishes for light, hope and good company during the eight nights. They work in cards, texts and posts for anyone who celebrates, and they read just as well on the first night as on the last.

Most good wishes lean on the festival’s own images: the glow of the candles, the sweetness of jelly doughnuts and the laughter around the dreidel. Pick one image, add a name and you have a greeting that feels personal. Pick one of these Hanukkah blessings and make it your own.

Chag Sameach! May every candle you light this week bring a little more peace.
Wishing you eight bright nights and a heart full of hope.
Happy Hanukkah! Here’s to warm latkes and warmer company. 🕎
Light the candles, spin the dreidel and savor every moment together.
Sending light to your house and joy to your table this Hanukkah.
Eight nights, one wish: that you feel deeply loved through all of them.
Chocolate gelt in your pocket and calm in your heart, all eight nights.
For thou wilt light my candle: the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness. (Psalm 18:28, KJV)
One small flame on the first night, eight bright ones by the last. I hope your week grows brighter the same way, a little at a time, until your whole house is shining.
Here’s to new memories made around the menorah this year: the songs, the stories, the burnt first batch of latkes and the cousin who always wins at dreidel. Happy Hanukkah to you all.
Thinking of you as the candles go up tonight. I hope the little flames remind you how much good still lives in this world, and how much of that good lives in you, my friend.
Your table this week deserves everything good: crispy latkes, sweet applesauce, chocolate coins for the kids and long conversations after the candles burn low. Happy Hanukkah.
To a bright future for you and yours: more health, more laughter at the table and more evenings like these, when everyone is under one roof and the menorah is full.
Every Star of David on our cards this year carries the same simple message: you are remembered, you are loved and you are part of our story. Happy Festival of Lights.
Good things are coming, slowly, the way the candles arrive one by one each evening. Hold on to hope this Hanukkah, and let the light keep adding up for you, night after night.
Nothing fancy is needed to celebrate well: a window, a few candles, a warm kitchen and the people who make you laugh. Wishing you all of it this week, with plenty left over for next year.
As you light the shamash and watch it pass its flame along, I hope you remember that light never gets smaller when it is shared. That is my wish for you this Hanukkah: that every kindness you give away comes back to you brighter, night after night, until all eight candles are burning.
Blessed are You, God of all creation, for bringing us to these eight nights again. Fill this house with peace, keep our children safe and teach us to see the small wonders hidden in ordinary evenings. Let the flames in the window remind every passerby that hope still burns. Amen.
Whether you are celebrating with a full house or a quiet table for two, I am wishing you the same thing: candles that burn bright, food that tastes like childhood, and at least one moment this week when you look around and think, this is enough.
Last year we lit the candles over a video call, and this year we get to light them side by side. I don’t take that for granted. Thank you for every story, every song and every plate of latkes you have shared with us. Happy Hanukkah, and here’s to many more nights together.

Hanukkah Blessings for Family

Hanukkah blessings for family are personal wishes for parents, children, grandparents and the relatives who gather around the menorah each year. The best ones mention a real tradition your family keeps, from the first latke to the last candle.

Siblings may want a teasing line, grandparents a gentle one, and kids a message they can read out loud with their own giggles in the background. Each blessing below is written to be sent as it is or signed with a name. Share these Hanukkah blessings with the whole family.

Mom and Dad, thank you for every candle you ever lit for us.
Grandma, your latkes still taste like home. Happy Hanukkah!
Kids, may your dreidel land on gimel every single spin.
To my brother: eight nights of gifts, and I still got you the best one.
Sister, you light up every room, no shamash required.
Thank you for teaching us values that burn longer than any candle.
Our family recipe for Hanukkah: one part candles, two parts applesauce.
For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light. (Psalm 36:9, KJV)
Dear Grandpa, the menorah you carved still stands in our front window. Every year we light it, and every year the kids ask for the story of how you made it. Happy Hanukkah.
No Santa Claus in this house, just two parents who wrapped eight nights of small gifts every year and never once missed a candle. We see it now, and we thank you for all of it.
Little one, this is your first Hanukkah, and the whole family is crowded around the menorah just to watch your eyes follow the flames. You are our brightest light this year.
Happy Hanukkah to the aunts, uncles and cousins who drive in every year with containers of brisket and stories we have all heard twice. Our table isn’t complete without you.
Wishing my in-laws a warm and bright Hanukkah. Thank you for welcoming me to your table, teaching me the blessings and patiently correcting my Hebrew every single year.
Let the warmth of the candles fill every corner of your house this week, from the kitchen where the latkes sizzle to the window where the menorah shines for the whole street.
Eight nights, nine candles and one loud, loving family that never agrees on applesauce or sour cream. I wouldn’t trade a single argument. Happy Hanukkah to all of you.
Blessed are You, God of our ancestors, for this family. Keep our children curious, our elders healthy and our table full of song through all eight nights and long after. Amen.
Son and daughter, we will light the candles at 5:30 our time on Friday so you can join us by phone. Your seats at the table are still yours, your dreidels are still in the drawer and your mother still makes too many latkes. We miss you and we love you. Happy Hanukkah.
Grandchildren, someday you will light this menorah for your own kids, and you will say the same blessings your great-grandparents said. When you do, remember that every flame connects you to the people who loved you first and kept these nights going for you.
Your old recipe card for latkes is stained, smudged and covered in notes in your handwriting, and it is my favorite thing in the kitchen. Thank you for every Hanukkah you made special, Mom. This year I am making them for my own family, and they are almost as good as yours.
Here is our family’s Hanukkah wish for each other: that we argue less and laugh more, that we call each other more than once a year, and that next December we are all back around this same table, older, wiser and still fighting over the last sufganiyah.

Hanukkah Blessings for Friends, Neighbors and Coworkers

Hanukkah blessings for friends, neighbors and coworkers are lighter, shorter wishes that honor the holiday without assuming too much. For colleagues and acquaintances, a simple, inclusive line is always safe; for close friends, a nickname or one of your inside jokes makes it personal.

If you don’t celebrate Hanukkah yourself, a warm greeting is still welcome. Keep it respectful, leave Christmas trees and Santa off the card, and let the wish focus on light, peace and good company.

Happy Hanukkah, neighbor! Your menorah in the window makes our whole street brighter.
Wishing you and your team a peaceful, bright Hanukkah.
Thanks for hosting the best latke party on the block.
Eight nights of good food and great company to you, friend.
Chag sameach to my favorite coworker. Enjoy the time off!
Long-distance friend, I’m lighting a candle for you tonight. 🕎
Your kindness is the light I look forward to all year.
Office menorah lit, coffee poured, good wishes sent. Happy Festival of Lights!
To the friend who taught me how to play dreidel and then beat me every single round: Happy Hanukkah. I’m ready for a rematch, and this time I’m bringing my own gelt.
Here’s to our reunion next month, when I finally get to taste the sufganiyot you keep bragging about. Until then, happy Hanukkah, and save me at least two of them.
Neighbors like you make the dark December evenings feel shorter. Thank you for the cookies, the snow shoveling and the wave every morning. Wishing you a bright, warm Hanukkah.
As your manager, I want to say thank you for a strong year, and I hope these eight nights bring you rest, good food and time with the people who matter most. Chag sameach.
Season’s greetings to our whole team, and a special Happy Hanukkah to those who celebrate. May the Festival of Lights bring warmth, rest and a bright start to the new year.
Old friend, it’s been twenty years of Hanukkah parties, burned latkes and the same terrible dreidel song. I’m grateful for every one of them and every year still ahead of us.
Just a quick note to say I’m thinking of you this Hanukkah. I know this year was hard, and I hope the candles bring a little peace and the reminder that you are never alone.
Lighting the menorah at my place on Saturday, and you are officially invited. Bring your appetite, your best dreidel strategy and that friend from work who keeps asking about latkes.
Friend, we may be in different time zones this year, but I’ll be lighting my candles at the same moment you light yours. Text me a photo of your menorah, and I’ll send one of mine. A long-distance Hanukkah is still a Hanukkah, especially when it’s shared with someone like you.
Dear team, thank you for the late nights, the shared wins and the patience you showed each other this year. Whether you’re lighting a menorah, decorating for another holiday or simply enjoying the quiet, we wish you a restful season and a bright year ahead.
Blessed are You, Source of all light, for friends who feel like home. Watch over everyone I love this Hanukkah, those at my table and those I can only reach by phone. Let our friendships burn steady long after the eighth candle goes out.
I’m not Jewish, but I have learned so much from celebrating Hanukkah with you over the years: the blessings, the songs, the joy of a small gift every night. Thank you for always making room for me at your table. Wishing you a bright and beautiful Festival of Lights.

Hanukkah Blessings Inspired by Scripture

Hanukkah blessings inspired by Scripture draw on the Hebrew Bible’s many images of light, from the Psalms to the prophets. They suit cards for friends of faith and quiet moments of reflection after the candles are lit.

Each quoted verse comes from the King James Version with its reference. Many readers connect the Hanukkah story of resilience with Zechariah’s words about God’s Spirit, part of the prophetic reading for the Sabbath of Hanukkah.

Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. (Zechariah 4:6, KJV)
May the God who kept the lamp burning keep your hope burning too.
The Psalms call God our light. Walk in that light all eight nights.
Shalom to your house and peace to everyone who gathers there.
One flicker of faith can fill a dark room. Happy Hanukkah.
Blessed are You who gives strength to the weary. Chag sameach.
Your word is a lamp; let it guide every step of this new season.
Like the prophets taught, small beginnings are never small to God.
In the darkest season of the year, Scripture keeps pointing us toward light. I pray these eight nights bring you comfort, courage and the quiet assurance that you are not forgotten.
Lord of hosts, thank You for the faithful few who refused to give up. Give us the same courage to stand for what is right, even when we feel outnumbered and small. Amen.
When the oil should have run out, it kept burning. When your strength feels low this winter, may God keep you burning the same way, one more day and then one more.
God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, You have been faithful in every generation. Be faithful to this family tonight as we kindle the lights and remember Your wonders. Amen.
Creator of light, You spoke and darkness gave way on the very first day. Speak again in our hearts this Hanukkah, and let Your light chase every fear away. Amen.
Psalms of praise were sung in the Temple courts long ago, and they still belong on our lips tonight. Sing one this Hanukkah, even if your voice shakes a little.
Every candle in your window this week is a small sermon: God is faithful, darkness does not win and hope is worth keeping lit. Happy Hanukkah from our house to yours.
Rest in His promises tonight. The same God who heard His people’s cry long ago still hears yours, and He still answers in ways that leave us lighting candles in wonder.
Almighty God, on this Festival of Lights we remember that You have always been faithful to Your people. You were with them in the Temple and in exile, in the desert and in the city, and You are with us tonight. Grant us courage like the Maccabees and faith that keeps burning when the oil runs low. Amen.
This Hanukkah, take a moment of quiet after the blessings. Sit by the menorah, watch the flames and think back over the year: the hard days God carried you through and the ordinary ones that were quietly full of grace. That kind of gratitude turns a holiday into worship.
Darkness is never the end of the story in Scripture. Creation began with light, the prophets spoke of a people who walked in darkness and saw a great light, and the Psalms promise that joy comes in the morning. May these eight nights remind you that the light always comes back.
Friends of faith, we are lighting the candles tonight with you in our prayers. Whatever this year has taken, we pray God restores it in His time, and whatever it has given, we pray you never take it for granted. Shalom, and a blessed Hanukkah to your whole household.

Night-by-Night Hanukkah Blessings

Night-by-night Hanukkah blessings give each of the eight evenings its own short wish, so you can send one message a night or read one aloud as the candles are lit. In 2026, the first candle is lit on Friday evening, December 4, and the eighth on Friday evening, December 11.

Many families give each night a theme, such as togetherness, courage or giving. The blessings below follow that idea, moving from the first small flame to the full menorah. Use these Hanukkah blessings one night at a time.

First night: one small flame, and the whole season begins.
Second night: two candles, twice the hope. Happy Hanukkah!
Third night: may the light remind you that you are never alone.
Fourth night: halfway there, and the window is glowing.
Fifth night: more candles than darkness now. Keep going.
Sixth night: poppy seed cookies, warm tea and good company.
Seventh night: almost full, like our hearts this week.
Eighth night: every candle lit, every blessing counted.
Tonight is the first night of Hanukkah, and three blessings are said instead of two. I hope the newest one, thanking God for bringing us to this season, rings true for you this year.
Candle two is for the people who stayed when things got hard. Thank you for being one of mine. May this second night of Hanukkah bring you rest, warmth and a good night’s sleep.
On the third night, I’m thinking about courage. Judah Maccabee and his small band stood up when it would have been easier to stay quiet. May we find that same courage this year.
Night four is for giving. Light the candles, then drop off a meal, call a lonely neighbor or donate to a food bank. The best gifts of Hanukkah often go out the front door.
Halfway through Hanukkah, the menorah tells the truth: light grows when we keep showing up. Here’s to the fifth night and to everyone who keeps showing up for you.
Wishing you, on the sixth night, a bowl of warm soup, a full table and a shared memory that makes everyone laugh until they cry. That is the real magic of Hanukkah.
Seven candles tonight, and the room is almost too bright to look at. May your house be just as full of laughter, good health and prosperity in the whole year ahead.
Last night of Hanukkah, and all eight flames are burning together. Before they fade, take one more look around the room and thank God for every face lit by that light.
Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness. (Psalm 30:11, KJV) For anyone who started this year in grief and is ending it with a little more hope, this eighth night is for you.
Grandparents, this one is for you to read on the first night: when I was young, my grandmother let me hold the shamash with her hand over mine. Now I hold my grandchild’s hand the same way. That is how the light passes down, one generation and one candle at a time.
By the eighth night, the drawer is out of candles, the latke pan has seen better days and the kids have counted every coin. But the best part of Hanukkah isn’t the stuff. It’s the eight evenings we chose to stop, gather and light something together. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Blessed are You, God of wonders, for every night of this festival. For the first small flame and the full menorah, for quiet evenings and noisy ones, for the people beside us and the ones we miss, we give thanks. Keep us bright long after the candles are gone. Amen.

Funny Hanukkah Blessings and Messages

Funny Hanukkah blessings and messages are playful lines about latkes, dreidel games and chocolate coins, perfect for siblings, friends and the family group chat. Keep the humor kind and food-focused, and they land with almost everyone.

A gentle joke is also a good way to send a late greeting: Hanukkah lasts eight nights, so a message on the fifth night still counts.

Oy vey, I ate too many latkes again. Happy Hanukkah anyway!
May your latkes be crispy and your smoke alarm stay quiet.
Eight nights of presents? I’ll take it. 🎁
Things are about to get lit. Eight times.
Warning: I spin dreidels competitively. Proceed with caution.
Gelt first, questions later.
Doctor’s orders: one more sufganiyah, purely for tradition.
Hanukkah puns are my love language. Brace yourself.
Happy Hanukkah to the friend who treats frying latkes like an Olympic sport. Gold medal for crispiness, silver for the grease spot on the ceiling. We love you anyway.
If you need me, I’ll be on the couch with a plate of sufganiyot and the Maccabeats on repeat. Please don’t ask how many doughnuts I’ve had. I lost count on the second night.
Our menorah has two settings: perfectly lit and toddler-approved chaos. Tonight it was chaos, but every candle got lit and nobody lost an eyebrow. A Hanukkah miracle!
Dreidel rules at our house: gimel means you win, shin means you pay, and Grandma always wins anyway. Nobody knows how. Happy Hanukkah from the proud reigning losers.
Wishing you a Hanukkah with more latkes than you can eat, more gelt than you can hide and fewer relatives asking when you’re getting married. Good luck with that last one.
Applesauce or sour cream? Choose wisely, because this family has split over less. Either way, happy Hanukkah, and may your latkes always be the first ones gone.
Some people wait all year for Christmas. I wait all year for the one week when frying potatoes in a pan of oil counts as a sacred tradition. Happy Hanukkah, fellow potato lovers.
Roses are red, menorahs are bright, I ate seven latkes, and it’s only the first night. Send help, or send applesauce. Honestly, applesauce works better at this point.
To our smoke detector: we know you’ve been working overtime since the first night, between the candles and the latke pan. Please hang in there for five more evenings. We appreciate your dedication, and we promise to open a window next time. Happy Hanukkah to the hardest-working device in the house.
Every year I tell myself I’ll make just a small batch of latkes, and every year I end up with forty potatoes, a kitchen that smells like a diner for a week and a line of neighbors at the door. I wouldn’t have it any other way. Happy Hanukkah, and bring your own plate.
Kids, a reminder: the gift on night one is not a preview of the gift on night eight. Sometimes night three is socks. That is part of the tradition, and your grandparents survived it too. Now go spin the dreidel and let the grown-ups eat in peace.
Not to brag, but I have officially burned the same oven mitt on three Hanukkahs in a row. The latkes were perfect, though, and that’s what matters. Here’s to a holiday full of crispy edges, sticky fingers and at least one story we’ll laugh about all year.

How Do You Say Happy Hanukkah in Hebrew?

How to say Happy Hanukkah in Hebrew, Chag Sameach greeting

To say Happy Hanukkah in Hebrew, say “Chag Hanukkah Sameach,” or simply “Chag Sameach,” which means “happy holiday.” Another favorite is “Chag Urim Sameach,” meaning “happy Festival of Lights.” The “ch” is pronounced in the throat, like the end of the Scottish word “loch.”

Both Hanukkah and Chanukah are correct spelling choices; Chanukah is closer to the Hebrew, while Hanukkah is more common in the United States. Trying a Hebrew greeting is a thoughtful gesture, and most people appreciate the effort even if the pronunciation isn’t perfect.

Here are common Hanukkah greetings and what they mean:

Chag Hanukkah Sameach: Happy Hanukkah
Chag Sameach: Happy holiday
Chag Urim Sameach: Happy Festival of Lights
Brachot l’Chanukah: Blessings for Hanukkah
Moadim l’simcha: May your times be happy (a general festival greeting)
Gut yontif: Good holiday (a Yiddish greeting, not Hebrew)

Can Christians Share Hanukkah Blessings?

Yes, Christians can share Hanukkah blessings with Jewish friends, neighbors and coworkers, as long as the greeting is respectful and centered on them. A simple “Happy Hanukkah” or “Wishing you a bright Festival of Lights” honors the holiday without turning it into something else.

The festival also appears in the Christian Bible. The Gospel of John records that Jesus was in Jerusalem at Hanukkah time: “And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter” (John 10:22, KJV). Hanukkah means dedication, and the feast remembers the Temple being restored after the Seleucid king Antiochus IV defiled it.

Many Christians find the centuries-old account of the Maccabees, preserved in the books of 1 and 2 Maccabees, encouraging in challenging times. When writing to a Jewish friend, though, keep the message about their holiday and their family, and let kindness do the talking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 3 blessings for Hanukkah?

The three Hanukkah blessings are a blessing for the command to kindle the Hanukkah lights, a blessing for the wonders done for our ancestors at this season, and the Shehecheyanu, which thanks God for bringing us to this season. All three are said on the first night; the first two are said on the other seven nights.

What do you say when lighting the Hanukkah candles?

When lighting the Hanukkah candles, light the shamash, then say the blessings before lighting the other candles. The first blessing begins “Baruch atah, Adonai Eloheinu, Melech haolam,” meaning “Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Sovereign of all.” Many families then say Hanerot Halalu and sing Maoz Tzur.

Can you say the Hanukkah blessings in English?

Yes, you can say the Hanukkah blessings in English. Many families say them in Hebrew and English together, especially with young children or guests who are new to the tradition. The English translations above come from the Union for Reform Judaism.

When is Hanukkah in 2026?

Hanukkah 2026 begins at sundown on Friday, December 4, and ends at sundown on Saturday, December 12. The first candle is lit on the evening of December 4, and the eighth candle on the evening of Friday, December 11.

Is Hanukkah the Jewish New Year?

No, Hanukkah is not the Jewish New Year. The Jewish New Year is Rosh Hashanah, which falls in September or early October. Because Hanukkah comes near the end of the calendar year, it’s fine to combine Hanukkah and New Year wishes in one card.

Is it OK to send a Hanukkah greeting after the first night?

Yes, a Hanukkah greeting is welcome on any of the eight nights. If you missed the first night, simply say you are thinking of them during the festival; most people are happy to hear from you whenever the message arrives.

What is a good Hanukkah blessing for someone far away?

A good Hanukkah blessing for someone far away is a short note saying you will light a candle for them, such as “I’m lighting tonight’s candle with you in mind.” Setting a time to light the menorah together over video makes the distance feel smaller.

What does Chag Sameach mean?

Chag Sameach means “happy holiday” in Hebrew, and it works for Hanukkah as well as other Jewish festivals. For Hanukkah in particular, you can say “Chag Hanukkah Sameach,” meaning “Happy Hanukkah.” Use it with your Hanukkah blessings all week.

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