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Learn about the evil king who oppressed the Jews and defiled the Temple in the Chanukah story.
By Yehuda Altein
Get ready to test your skills. Can you identify kosher animals?
By Menachem Posner
Successfully navigate electronic doors and sensors, carrying, and other challenges.
By Yehuda Shurpin
The Talmud gives two reasons: to indicate the night and because we always ascend rather than descend.
By Yehuda Shurpin
Breeze through the Chanukah Menorah lighting with a step by step guide on everything from which menorah is kosher to how to arrange and light your own menorah.
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