The light represents a symbol, being the strength of God. Eight candles represent the days the oil of the temple lamp lasted. The ninth candle known as Shammes , is a helping candle. The Shammus is the first candle that is lit, and used to light the rest of the candles. The candles are are lit just after the sun goes down.
Families sing a Hanukkah song while watching the candles burn.
Families sing various songs play games in the light of the Menorah. Like many other Jewish Holidays, Hanukkah is a special time for families to be together and celebrate the festivities of joy and thanksgiving. One of the best parts of Hanukkah is having Latkes. 3 large potatoes, grated 1small onion , grated 2 eggs well beaten 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon salt pinch of pepper vegetable oil for frying To makes latkes, mix the grated potatoes and onions with eggs, flour and seasonings. Then heat the oil in a large frying pan.