A menorah, Hebrew for “lamp,” generally refers to two specific candelabras: the seven-branched golden menorah lit daily in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, or the eight-flame lamp lit each night of Chanukah.

Following the destruction of the Second Temple, the menorah came to be recognized as a distinctively Jewish symbol and was depicted on tomb walls, synagogue floors, sculptures and reliefs, as well as …

Sep 17, 2023 · The menorah remains one of the most significant and the oldest symbols of Jewish faith. Today, the original menorah is symbolized by the Ner Tamid, or eternal flame, which can be found in …

Dec 15, 2025 · What is a menorah? A menorah is a multibranched candelabra that was used in ancient Jewish religious rituals and is an important symbol in both ancient and modern Israel. A seven …

In English, menorah was originally the name for the seven-branched candelabra used in Jewish worship. The nine-branched Hanukkah candelabra is called hanukkiah in Hebrew, but English speakers came …

Dec 15, 2025 · Throughout Jewish thought, light is a prevailing metaphor for goodness, wisdom, and divine truth. The Menorah, as a source of light, encapsulates these ideals. It reminds Jews to be "a …

The menorah symbolizes divine light, perpetual worship, covenant faithfulness, and the completeness of God’s revelation. Its design, use, and presence throughout Scripture point to the Creator who …

In a world filled with confusion, anxiety and hatred, Hanukkah gives us the gift of light. Here are four contemporary insights to the meaning of the menorah. Its light whispers to us to come close and …

Feb 17, 2025 · A menorah is a candelabrum with seven or nine branches, significant in Jewish tradition. It serves as a prominent symbol of Hanukkah, representing light, resilience, and hope.

Jul 10, 2025 · The Jewish menorah—especially the Temple menorah, a seven-branched candelabra that stood in the Temple—is the most enduring and iconic Jewish symbol. But what did the Temple …