Chabad of Southern Nevada celebrates Hanukkah at several Valley events

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Thursday marks the first day and second night of Hanukkah. Rabbi Levi Harlig of Chabad in Southern Nevada explained the meaning of the Festival of Lights.

“The story takes us back to a little over 2,000 years ago. The Jewish people were under Greek-Syrian rule and forbade us to maintain our religion,” Harlig began.

“Two Hanukkah miracles. Miracle number one: The Jews formed a small army. Although their numbers were small, their trust in God was great and they fought back and prevailed in battle over the mighty Greek-Syrian soldiers.”

“Miracle number two: They return to the temple and the temple was destroyed. They clean it up and want to light the menorah, and to light the menorah you have to have pure olive oil that has the seal of the High One.” Priest. They searched and found a small jar that was enough for a day. They trusted in God and lit this menorah, and it lasted for eight nights and days.

Harlig further explained that traditional Hanukkah dishes are also fried in oil to commemorate the miracle of oil.

While there are many ways to celebrate Hanukkah, Chabad of Southern Nevada is also celebrating with the Dancing Dreidels, who will participate in several events throughout the holiday:

Thursday, December 26th:

• Big lighting on Fremont Street
  4 p.m
  Fremont Street at Las Vegas Blvd.

Saturday December 28th

• Car Menorah Parade down the Strip
  7 p.m
  1261 Arville St. and Las Vegas Blvd

Sunday, December 29th

• Hanukkah with the Golden Knights
  3:45 p.m
  T Mobile Arena

Wednesday, January 1st

• Hanukkah concert on the 8th day
  1:00 p.m
  Plaza Hotel in downtown Las Vegas

For a complete list of Hanukkah events throughout the valley, visit the Chabad of Southern Nevada website here.