0
The menorah was a 7-branched gold oil lamp that was set up in the Temple in Jerusalem. It was hauled off as loot by the Roman army when they sacked the Temple in the year 70. The last record we have of it is the image carved on the inside of the Arch of Titus in Rome showing the victorious Roman soldiers parading into Rome with their loot. Presumably, it was taken to the Parthenon where Rome kept symbols of all the religions of their empire, and presumably, it was melted down for gold at some time later, perhaps when the Huns sacked Rome, possibly earlier.
You can find a menorah in many synagogues, because it has become a symbol of Judaism. It is not a necessary symbol, and many synagogues have neither 7-branched candlestick nor any images of it. You can also find 9-branched candlesticks or oil lamps in many synagogues and Jewish homes; these are frequently called menorahs, but more properly, they are hanukkiahs, used in the celebration of Hanukkah.
What else can I help you with?
What color is the candle holder of the menorah?
Hanukkah-menorahs may be any color.
What would you expect at Hanukkah?
You'd expect to see menorahs in the windows of Jewish homes.
What decorations would you use on Hanukkah?
Paper cutouts in the shapes of menorahs and cruses of oil.
Why do some menorahs have 9 candles?
Some menorahs have 9 candles because they are used during the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, which lasts for 8 days. The extra candle, called the shamash, is used to light the other candles each night.
What rhymes with Auroras?
Some words that rhyme with "Auroras" include chorus, porous, and stegosaurus.
Are plants and animals used for Hanukkah?
Many Orthodox Jews use menorahs that burn olive oil.
What is the analogy for creche Christmas menorah?
Huh? Creche scenes and Christmas are Christian. Menorahs are Jewish. They are unrelated.
Where do you buy a menorah?
A menorah can be purchased in many places. First of all, some synagogues have small gift shops, where menorahs are likely to be found. Second, most big department stores (Target, Walmart, Bad Bath & Beyond) also hold menorahs. Menorahs can also be found in Jewish shops (in the Jewish quarter of a city, or a Jewish neighborhood) as well as in Judaica shops - shops which sell Jewish ceremonial art (like Canaan online, Ajudaica, etc.).
How many designs and styles do Hanukkah Menorahs come in?
Thousands, there is a extremley small chance that you have the same kind of Menorah as someone else.
What is a menorah and how it is used?
See the attached Related Link. The original menorah (candelabra) was in the Holy Temple (Exodus ch.25). It burned olive oil. Our menorahs may burn olive oil or candles; they are lit on Hanukkah. Menorahs are sometimes placed in synagogues year-round (though there's no obligation). These may use candles or electric lights.
Why do some menorahs have 7 candles instead of the traditional 9?
Some menorahs have 7 candles instead of the traditional 9 because they are used for Hanukkah, which lasts for 8 days. The 7-candle menorah represents the 7 days of the week, while the 9-candle menorah is used for the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, which commemorates the miracle of the oil lasting for 8 days.
Are there any Jewish objects that can be on the Jewish museum?
Yes! Menorahs, Havdalah Sets, Circumcision Sets, Torah Yads, Kiddush Cups, and even books!
