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Menorah definition

mə-nôrə
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A ceremonial seven-branched candelabrum of the Jewish Temple symbolizing the seven days of the Creation.
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(judaism) A candelabrum with seven branches, a traditional symbol of Judaism, or with nine branches, used during the festival of Hanukkah.
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A nine-branched candelabrum used in celebrating Hanukkah.
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(Judaism) A holy candelabrum with seven branches used in the Temple of Jerusalem.
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(Judaism) A candelabrum with nine branches used in Jewish worship on Hanukkah.
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Noun

Singular:
menorah
Plural:
menorahs, menoroth

Origin of menorah

  • Hebrew mənôrâ nwr in Semitic roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Hebrew מנורה (m'norá). From the same Semitic root as minaret.

    From Wiktionary

Menorah Sentence Examples

  • Jewish tombstones will have symbols on them such as the Star of David, lions, a menorah, scrolls or the tablets with the 10 Commandments.

  • Electric Menorah - This Menorah plugs in and sits in your window, complete with a flickering effect that mimics real candles.

  • The most popular symbol of the holiday is the menorah, which can be an elegant traditional candelabra, a minimalist modern design, or a simple rustic piece.

  • The Menorah, the eight branched candlestick, is given prominent place in the home.

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