Explore the symbolism behind the Ner Tamid, the eternal light in the synagogue, and its significance during Hanukkah.

On eight consecutive nightfalls, Jews gather with family and friends to light one additional candle in the menorah — a multibranched candelabra. Watch the lighting ceremony at 4 p.m. EST in our player ...

Wednesday night marked the beginning of Hanukkah. The Menorah was lit just after 4:30 p.m. Wednesday. (WROC/Melanie Sosa.) ...

For 2024, Hanukkah starts on Christmas Day and ends on Jan. 2, meaning for families that celebrate both holidays, they get ...