Hanukkah is a holiday that is celebrated for 8 days. It was celebrated by Jewish people. Jews from all over the world celebrate Hanukkah because it helps them to remember the rededication of the second temple in Jerusalem. The jews have used 8 candles in Hanukkah because it represents 8 nights. The word Hanukkah means “Dedication.” Hanukkah begins on the 25th day of Kislev in the Hebrew calendar. It usually celebrates in late November and early December.