It became the State of Israel 's official emblem when it was founded in 1948. According to the Hebrew Bible, the menorah was made out of pure gold, and the only source of fuel that was allowed to be …

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.

Dec 15, 2025 · 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-branched menorah …

The menorah’s light, once encountered on a mountain and then behind the curtains of the sanctuary, ultimately takes its place in an ordinary doorway, illuminating the site of daily life. Hanukkah thus …

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 …

The original seven branched menorah symbolized the burning bush as seen by Moses on Mount Sinai, and thus represented the light of God. Later, a special type of Menorah, known as a Chanukkiyah or …

Dec 21, 2025 · That first menorah-lighting sparked a movement, and Chabad began to install public menorahs in parks, in public spaces and in highly visible spots to spread the message of Chanukah …

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.

Dec 7, 2023 · The menorah, the object most associated with the holiday, is also one of the most ancient of Jewish symbols.

Jan 30, 2025 · What is a Menorah in the Bible? When you think about Judaism, you might think of the Star of David, the Tree of Life, or an olive branch but the Temple Menorah is one of the most long …