A menorah, Hebrew for “lamp,” generally refers to two specific candelabras: the seven-branched golden menorah lit daily in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, or the eight-flame lamp lit each night …

The Temple menorah (/ məˈnɔːrə /; Biblical Hebrew: מְנוֹרָה, romanized: mənorā, Tiberian Hebrew /ˌmənoːˈʀɔː/) is a seven-branched candelabrum that is described in the Hebrew Bible and later …

Sep 17, 2023 · The menorah remains one of the most significant and the oldest symbols of Jewish faith. Today, the original menorah is symbolized by the Ner Tamid, or eternal flame, …

Oct 13, 2025 · The seven-branched menorah was originally found in the wilderness sanctuary and then later in the Temple in Jerusalem and was a popular motif of religious art in antiquity. An …

One of the oldest symbols of the Jewish faith is the menorah, a seven-branched candelabrum used in the Temple. It has been said that the menorah is a symbol of the nation of Israel and …

Feb 17, 2025 · What Is a Menorah? A menorah is a candelabrum with seven or nine branches, significant in Jewish tradition. It serves as a prominent symbol of Hanukkah, representing light, …

May 23, 2024 · A menorah (sometimes menora) is a specialized candle holder, or candelabra, used by the Jewish people. Two main varieties exist: one with six or seven branches and one …

The menorah symbolizes divine light, perpetual worship, covenant faithfulness, and the completeness of God’s revelation. Its design, use, and presence throughout Scripture point to …

The word menorah is Hebrew for “lamp,” and generally refers to the eight-branched candelabra that we light on the Jewish holiday of Chanukah.

Jan 30, 2025 · What is a Menorah in the Bible? When you think about Judaism, you might think of the Star of David, the Tree of Life, or an olive branch but the Temple Menorah is one of the …