Pronounced: SHAH-bus, Origin: Yiddish, the Sabbath, from sundown Friday to sundown Saturday.
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When Is Hanukkah in 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027?
In 2023, Hanukkah begins at sundown on Thursday, Dec. 7 and lasts until sundown on Friday, Dec. 15.
Is it Permissible to Work on Hanukkah?
Jews rest on Shabbat and other holidays. Does that include Hanukkah?