On the evening of December 7, the celebration of Hanukkah begins, traditionally observed for 8 days. Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Eight Candles or the Festival of Lights. RBC-Ukraine provides more insights into this Jewish holiday, its traditions, and its significance, citing Wikipedia, Turei Zagav, and Toldot. What is Hanukkah? Hanukkah has a historical foundation dating back to the 2nd century BCE when Jews could freely practice their religion, as then-emperor Alexander the Great allowed complete freedom of worship. Around 175 years BCE, the religion became a red flag for the ne…