La Menorá

It’s time to celebrate Hanukkah, or Janucá, in Spanish in a big way!  Did you know that the Jewish culture of medieval Spain not only influenced the arts and sciences of Spain, but of Europe?  The Sephardic Jews, or los sefardiés, were a vital component of Spanish culture.

The family gatherings, beautiful menorah lightings, and lively dreidel games make Janucá such a fun holiday to celebrate en español.  See Janucá for Students in Grades 6 to 12 to learn more.

Janucá

• la menorá- the menorah
• las luces- the lights
• la familia- the family
• la comida- the meal
• las canciones- the songs
• los juegos- the games

*Menorah image: jewishclipart.com

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