Hanukkah

With so much darkness in the world, Jews and and our allies need the light of Hanukkah more than ever. Reconstructing Judaism is honored to bring you resources that are a pathway to bringing more light in your celebration and to the world.

Looking for a refresher on how to light candles? A recipe for Iraqi latkes? Or an exploration of lesser-known stories and what they teach us about courage?

Reconstructing Judaism invites you to explore and deepen your own experience of “The Festival of Lights.”

Hanukkah and Christmas Coincide

A rabbi and scholar teaches her grandchildren - who are being raised Catholic - about Hanukkah and Christmas.

Brave Women and the Hanukkah Story

What can the sacrafices depicted in Hanukkah's more Grown Up Stories Tell Us About What We Might Risk Today?

Learn More from Rabbi Elyse Wechterman

Iluminating the World with Kindness

Sometimes, small acts of courage and kindness matter more than storybook bravery.

Explore Acts of Kindness with Rabbi Lily Solochek

What is Hanukkah?

How Can We Understand Hanukkah in a Time of Conflict?

Exploring Hanukkah's Evolve History with Rabbi Benjamin Weiner

Making Aruk - Iraqi Vegetable Fried Patties - for Hanukkah

Have you ever made aruk for Hanukkah? While there is no requirement to make any specific dish on Hanukkah, it’s customary for us to remember the miracle of the oil by eating fried foods. Aruk are delicious, easy to make and will be a great addition to your latke platter.

Watch & Make this Hanukkah Receipe with Adva Chattler

The Reconstructionist Hanukkah Challenge: What Stories Will You Tell?

The entire history of Hanukkah and its observance demonstrates the Reconstructionist understanding that Judaism is the “evolving religious civilization of the Jewish people.”

Read & Learn about Hanukkah with Bryan Schwartzman

And Now, Light | V'Achshav, Or

These short videos will help you set an intention for every night of Hanukkah and inspire you to bring more light to the world

Listen & Light Your Hanukkiah

Read & Rite: Your one-stop for all your Hanukkah purchases!

We are excited to announce the (re)launch of our online store! Your purchase from Read & Rite supports Ritualwell and Reconstructing Judaism. Looking for Hanukkah gifts? With our unique selection of meaningful books and ritual items you will find something for everyone.

Shop Now & Give Gifts to Loved Ones

Add more light this Hanukkah with Ritualwell!

‘Write Your Light’ is an innovative writing journal for every day of the Hanukkah celebration, with special prayers and poems from Ritualwell contributors and creative prompts for personal reflections.

Join the Ritualwell community on December 18 for our ‘Write Your Light’ event. Your registration for this event includes your journal.