The best response to Happy Chanukah? “
Thank you.
”
What do you say on the first night of Hanukkah?
On the first night of Hanukkah add this blessing:
Baruch atah Adonai Eloheinu Melech ha-olam, shehecheyanu v-ki'y'manu v-higianu la-z'man ha-zeh
. Blessed are you, Our God, Ruler of the Universe, for giving us life, for sustaining us, and for enabling us to reach this season.
What do you say to Happy Hanukkah?
To wish someone a Happy Hanukkah, say
“Hanukkah Sameach!”
(Happy Hanukkah) or simply “Chag Sameach!” (Happy Holiday). Or if you want to show off your Hebrew skills, say “Chag Urim Sameach!” (urim means “lights”).
Is it rude to say Happy Hanukkah?
But not pleasant. And of course wishing someone a “Happy Hanukkah” isn't an endorsement of any theological position, any more than wishing someone
Merry Christmas is
(although we appreciate the recognition of the Jewish presence in ancient Bethlehem). Mostly it's convention and good manners.
What do you say when someone says happy Sabbath?
The most traditional greeting on Shabbat is the easiest:
“Shabbat Shalom”
meaning, good Sabbath! You might also hear Gut Shabbes, which is Yiddish for good Sabbath. Saying Good Sabbath or Good Shabbes is a great way of greeting someone on Shabbat without speaking Hebrew.
What are the 3 Hanukkah blessings?
The traditional Hanukkah candle lighting service consists of saying all three blessings on the first night, and only the first and second blessings for the seven nights to follow. Transliteration:
Baruch atah Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha'olam, asher kid'shanu b'mitzvotav v'tsivanu l'hadlik ner shel Hanukkah.
What do you do on the first day of Hanukkah?
The first night of Hanukkah,
Jews recite three blessings and two on the remaining
days. After lighting the menorah, Jews will sing Hanerot Halalu, a hymn with many variations across cultures. But the main theme consists of addressing the reasons for lighting the menorah and giving thanks and praise to God.
What do you read on Hanukkah?
As you light the first candle of Hanukkah, you read a special blessing called
the Shehecheyanu
. The Hebrew reading is Barukh atah Adonai, Eloheinu, melekh ha'olam shehecheyanu v'kiyimanu v'higi'anu laz'man hazeh.
What to say while lighting the menorah?
Saying the Blessings
Baruch Atah Adonai Eloheinu Melech HaOlam, asher kidshanu b'mitzvotav v'tzivanu l'hadlik ner shel Hanukkah
. Blessed are You, O Lord Our God, Ruler of the Universe, Who has sanctified us with Your commandments and commanded us to kindle the lights of Hanukkah.
What do you do on the last night of Hanukkah?
Many families light candles on the hanukiah, a type of candle holder,
eat sizzling potato pancakes
, give gifts and play with the dreidel, a spinning toy that is particularly popular during Hanukkah. The last day of Hanukkah is the eighth day of Hanukkah. It is known as Zose Hanukkah, Zos Hanukkah or Zot Hanukkah.
What is the golden menorah?
The menorah (/məˈnɔːrə/; Hebrew: מְנוֹרָה Hebrew pronunciation: [menoˈʁa]) is described in the Bible as the
seven-lamp (six branches) ancient Hebrew lampstand made of pure gold
and used in the tabernacle set up by Moses in the wilderness and later in the Temple in Jerusalem.
Is it rude to say Merry Christmas?
“It's considered politically correct to say Happy Holidays, so
it's just considered insensitive to say Merry Christmas to
other people who aren't from this country that don't celebrate it,“ said senior Miguel Montano, Div. 022. “Merry Christmas” is a traditional saying that's been around for centuries.
What is the significance of jelly donuts on Hanukkah?
It's said that the fried treats are a good fit for a holiday focused on oil, commemorating
the miracle of one night of oil lasting for eight
. The most stereotypical sufganiyot, after all, are fried balls of yeast dough filled with strawberry jelly and dusted heavily with powdered sugar.
How do you reply to Shabbat Shalom?
Shalom aleichem
The appropriate response is
“Aleichem Shalom” (עֲלֵיכֶם שָׁלוֹם) or
“Upon you be peace.” (cognate with the Arabic-language “assalamu alaikum” meaning “The peace [of ] be upon you.)”
What do you say in response to Shalom?
The appropriate response is
aleichem shalom (“unto you peace”)
(Hebrew: עֲלֵיכֶם שָׁלוֹם). The plural form “עֲלֵיכֶם” is used even when addressing one person. This form of greeting is traditional among Jews throughout the world. The greeting is more common among Ashkenazi Jews.
What do Shabbat Shalom mean?
When Jews say “Shabbat shalom –
Sabbath peace
” to family and friends after a draining work week, we mean far more than “have a peaceful and restful day.” What we are really saying is: May you be restored to wholeness on the blessed Sabbath!
