Pronounced: shah-MAHSH, Origin: Hebrew, the helper candle, used to light the other candles on a Hanukkah menorah.
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The Hanukkiah (Hanukkah Menorah)
Hanukkah lamps come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes.
What Are Hanukkah Candles?
The lights of the hanukkah menorah are typically made from wax and come in many colors.
How to Light the Hanukkah Menorah
The traditional blessings and procedures for lighting the Hanukkah candles.